10 newer rulings cite the same tariff codes.
Classification can shift over time. Review the more recent rulings below before relying on this one.
The tariff classification of a handbag from China
Issued August 28, 2008 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardN0 N035190 (August 28, 2008)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4202.22.1500
Headings: 4202
Product description
Style N-0112212NW is a handbag constructed with an outer surface of plastic sheeting material. The bag decorated with loosely attached suede fringe. The handbag is designed and sized to contain the small personal effects that would normally be carried on a daily basis. It has a textile-lined main compartment with one zippered pocket and two open pockets on the sidewalls. The bag also has a carrying strap and a metal zipper closure at the top. It measures approximately 10.5” (W) x 6” (H) x 1” (D).
Full text
N035190 August 28, 2008 CLA-2-42:OT:RR:NC:N3:341 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.1500 Debbie Julkes-Penn Nine West Distribution Corp. 180 Rittenhouse Circle Bristol, PA 19007 RE: The tariff classification of a handbag from China Dear Ms. Julkes-Penn: In your letter dated July 28, 2008 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample which you submitted is being returned as requested. Style N-0112212NW is a handbag constructed with an outer surface of plastic sheeting material. The bag decorated with loosely attached suede fringe. The handbag is designed and sized to contain the small personal effects that would normally be carried on a daily basis. It has a textile-lined main compartment with one zippered pocket and two open pockets on the sidewalls. The bag also has a carrying strap and a metal zipper closure at the top. It measures approximately 10.5” (W) x 6” (H) x 1” (D). The applicable subheading for the handbag will be 4202.22.1500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which for provides, in part, for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of sheeting of plastic. The rate of duty will be 16 percent ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Vikki Lazaro at (646) 733-3041. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification of handbags from China
The tariff classification of a handbag with a removable charm from Bangladesh
The tariff classification of five handbags from China
The tariff classification of a handbag from China
The tariff classification of a handbag from Cambodia
The tariff classification of a handbag from Cambodia
The tariff classification of a handbag with coin purses from China
The tariff classification of handbags from Vietnam
The tariff classification of a handbag from Cambodia
The tariff classification of a novelty handbag from China
Follow N035190
Get an email if this ruling is revoked or modified, or a newer ruling supersedes it.
One email per day at most. Confirm your address once, unsubscribe anytime.
Searching CBP rulings the smart way
Rulings are precedent. See which ones apply to your product: TariffLens semantically searches all 200,000+ CBP rulings and builds defensible classifications backed by ruling citations.