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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