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Knapsack of Vulcanized Fiber from Germany

A lightweight knapsack backpack made from molded vulcanized fiber for school or hiking, with strap attachments. Classifies in HTS 4202.99.90.00 as a knapsack of vulcanized fiber in 'other' category. Durable alternative to plastic versions.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20%

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

• Prove vulcanized fiber via chemical composition reports

• Differentiate from school satchels on invoices

• Sets with books risk Chapter 48 or 49 classification