Wooden Briefcase Covered with Paper

A sturdy wooden briefcase primarily covered with paper laminate, designed for carrying documents and laptops. It falls under HTS 4202.99.2000 because it is a briefcase made of wood wholly or mainly covered with paper and not lined with textile fabrics. The paper covering provides a lightweight, protective finish without textile lining.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+35.0%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪Germany4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇯🇵Japan4.3%+10.0%14.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4415.10Lower: 20.7% vs 39.3%

If not covered with paper or not resembling a container

Uncovered wooden cases or boxes fall under Chapter 44 as wooden containers, not travel goods.

4202.92.31Higher: 52.6% vs 39.3%

If lined with textile fabrics

Textile lining changes classification within the same heading but to a lined subheading.

4202.99.90Higher: 55% vs 39.3%

If made of different non-listed material

Other materials not specified (e.g., metal covered with paper) go to the residual 'other' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the wood is wholly or mainly covered with paper per Chapter 42 notes to avoid misclassification as plain wood articles

Provide documentation proving no textile lining and paper coverage exceeds 50% of surface area

Ensure compliance with phytosanitary certificates for wood to prevent customs delays

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