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Polyester Laptop Messenger Bag from Mexico

Professional messenger bag of water-repellent polyester with padded laptop sleeve and organizer pockets for business travel. Classified in HTS 4202.92.91.00 as an attache/briefcase style with man-made fiber exterior. Flap closure and adjustable strap define its briefcase function.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

27.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Distinguish from plain backpacks by messenger strap and flap design in descriptions

• Lab test fiber content; recycled polyester still qualifies as man-made

• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking non-prolonged use plastic bags