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Silk Travel Tote Bag from Germany

Spacious tote bag for travel with outer surface of silk or silk-waste textile (85%+ by weight), featuring reinforced handles and compartments. Classified in 4202.92.93.10 for its high silk textile exterior as a traveling bag. Perfect for stylish overnights.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

17.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide fiber content affidavits proving 85% silk threshold; customs may test samples

• Declare as 'travel bag' not handbag to avoid reclassification; include photos in entry

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Chinese silk textiles; source from quota-free countries