Canvas Hiking Backpack from Japan
A durable backpack made primarily from heavy-duty canvas textile material with reinforced stitching, designed for hiking and outdoor adventures. It falls under HTS 4202.92.39.00 as a travel/sports bag with an outer surface of textile materials, specifically 'other' category not qualifying for 2.5% or 6% rates. The textile outer surface distinguishes it from plastic or leather versions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify textile composition exceeds 50% by weight to avoid reclassification to plastic sheeting under 4202.92.31
• Include detailed packing lists and invoices specifying 'textile outer surface' to prevent valuation disputes