Textile Sports Bag from Japan
A drawstring sports bag made from durable polyester fabric, suitable for carrying athletic gear to practices or games. Classified in HTS 4202.99.90.00 as a sports bag of textile materials, not matching insulated or specific travel categories. The woven textile exterior defines its material basis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Test fabric weave and weight; nylon/polyester blends stay textile but heavy rubber coating may shift classification
• Specify 'sports bag' on invoices to differentiate from backpacks (4202.92.10)
• Avoid selling with sports equipment as sets; toys/games go to Chapter 95