China origin · HTS candidates
Leather handbag import duty from China
Start from leather handbag facts or China HS 42022100 and review the closest US HTS candidates for US landed-cost math.
Quick answer
4202.21.30.00
At a $10,000 customs value, the current China-origin total rate is about 42.8% ($4,280).
Classification risk & HTS split
Genuine-leather handbags fall almost exclusively under HTS 4202.21 (handbags with outer surface of leather or composition leather, 8-10% MFN depending on whether reinforced with metal hardware). Exotic leathers (4202.21.30 — alligator, crocodile) carry CITES requirements and may face additional duty depending on species. Composition leather (bonded/regenerated) routes to 4202.21.90 — confirm whether material is split-grain top-coated leather (still 4202.21) vs bonded leather (also 4202.21) vs faux PU leather (4202.22).
US HTS candidates
| HTS candidate | Description | General rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4202.21.30.00 | Of reptile leather | 5.3% | Calc |
| 4202.22.40.30 | Of man-made fibers (670) | 7.4% | Calc |
| 4202.22.89.70 | Of paper yarn | 17.6% | Calc |
| 4202.22.81.00 | Of man-made fibers (670) | 17.6% | Calc |
| 4202.29.50.00 | Other | 7.8% | Calc |
| 4202.21.90.00 | Valued over $20 each | 9% | Calc |
Origin comparison
Total duty rate at $10,000 customs value across China and alternative origins on the same HTS candidate. Chapter 99 overlays such as Section 301 apply per-origin automatically.
| Origin | Total rate | Duty on $10K | vs this page |
|---|---|---|---|
| China (current) | 42.8% | $4,280 | — |
| Mexico | 15.3% | $1,530 | −$2,750 |
| India | 15.3% | $1,530 | −$2,750 |
| Vietnam | 17.8% | $1,780 | −$2,500 |
| Thailand | 17.8% | $1,780 | −$2,500 |
Confirm before using a rate
- leather outer surface
- handbag vs. wallet or luggage
- composition of straps and trims
This page provides candidates and reference math, not a CBP ruling. CBP makes the binding classification and duty determination at entry; AD/CVD, exclusions, and product facts still need separate review.
Other origin variants for this product
FAQ
How do I find the US HTS code for leather handbag from China?
Start from the product name or local HS code, anchor on HS6, then compare US HTS candidate descriptions. Leather handbag can split after HS6 by material, use, construction, or function; the applicable Chapter 99 overlays differ between China and China origins.
Does China origin trigger Section 301?
Yes. Section 301 (9903.88.x) stacks on top of MFN for China-origin goods; the active subheading list is maintained by USTR.