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HSChapter 42
U.S. imports of leather & composition leather handbags (HS 420221) totaled $196.6M in April 2026, traded with 111 countries.
Importers of Leather & Composition Leather Handbags paid $34.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 19% on $183.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataHandbags with an outer surface of genuine leather or composition leather are among the most value-intensive articles in Chapter 42, and the US tariff schedule subdivides them by leather type and unit value — with reptile leather (4202213000) carrying distinct classification treatment and lines split between values at or below $20 (4202216000) and above $20 (4202219000) per unit. Italy and France dominate supply, reflecting the concentration of luxury leather goods manufacturing in those countries. Importers sourcing reptile-leather handbags must also comply with CITES permit requirements, as many reptile species are subject to international trade controls.
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The US schedule distinguishes handbags valued at $20 or less per unit (4202216000) from those valued over $20 (4202219000). This value threshold affects the applicable duty rate, so accurate commercial invoicing and consistent per-unit valuation are essential to avoid misclassification and potential penalties.
Reptile-leather handbags classified under 4202213000 require CITES export permits from the country of origin and CITES import permits or notifications in the US, depending on the species involved. US Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) clearance is required at designated ports of entry. Importers should confirm species-level documentation well before shipment to avoid delays or seizure.
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4202219000 | HANDBAGS,OUTER SURFACE OF LEATHER,VAL OVER $20 EA | $176.3M | 18.93% | $31.4M |
| 4202213000 | HANDBAGS,OF REPTILE LEATHER | $12.0M | 15.34% | $1.8M |
| 4202216000 | HANDBAGS, OUTER SURFACE LEATHER,VAL NOT OVER $20 E | $8.3M | 19.22% | $1.1M |
HANDBAGS,OUTER SURFACE OF LEATHER,VAL OVER $20 EA
HANDBAGS,OF REPTILE LEATHER
HANDBAGS, OUTER SURFACE LEATHER,VAL NOT OVER $20 E
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4202210000 | HANDBAGS, SURFACE OF COMPOSITION/PATENT LEATHER | $15.8M |
HANDBAGS, SURFACE OF COMPOSITION/PATENT LEATHER
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CONTAINER BAGS, CASES ETC NESOI, PLAST/TEXT MATER
HS 420292
HANDBAGS, SURFACE OF PLASTIC SHEET/TEXT MATERIALS
HS 420222
TRUNKS, SUITCASES,ETC,SURFACE PLASTIC/TEXT MATERLS
HS 420212
CONTAINERS, BAGS, CASES ETC OF LEATHER/COMP NESOI
HS 420291
ARTICLES FOR POCKET/HANDBAG, PLASTIC/TEXT MATERIAL
HS 420232
SADDLERY, HARNESS, TRACES, LEADS ETC, ANY MATERIAL
HS 420100
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| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $76.6M | $1.4M | -$75.2M |
| New York | $37.4M | $2.0M | -$35.5M |
| California | $25.2M | $5.0M | -$20.1M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $76.4M | $101K | -$76.3M |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $31.1M | $2.3M | -$28.8M |
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $12.6M | $3.9M | -$8.8M |