Samsonite Aluminum Luggage Frame from China
A lightweight frame made from extruded aluminum alloys designed specifically for hard-shell Samsonite suitcases, providing structural support and rigidity. It falls under HTS 7616.99.10.00 as it is classified as a luggage frame, an other article of aluminum not elsewhere specified. The frame is typically shipped unassembled with wheels and handles separate.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
Rate breakdown
9903.85.0750%Except as provided in headings 9903.85.09, 9903.85.68 or 9903.85.70, derivative aluminum products, provided for in the tariff provisions enumerated in subdivision (j) of note 19 to this subchapter.
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify aluminum alloy composition meets HTS Chapter 76 definitions to avoid reclassification as non-aluminum parts
• Provide detailed engineering drawings and assembly instructions to confirm classification as a 'luggage frame' rather than a complete suitcase
• Ensure origin certificates for aluminum to qualify for preferential tariff treatments under USMCA or other FTAs