Frequently Asked Questions

How is the outer surface material determined for handbags and travel goods under heading 4202?

CBP applies the material that is visible on the outer surface of the article in its finished condition. If the exterior is leather, the bag classifies as leather; if it is a textile, it classifies as textile; if it is plastic sheeting, it classifies accordingly. Mixed-surface articles require a determination of which material predominates on the exterior, and binding rulings are advisable for borderline cases.

Does saddlery have to be made of leather to fall under heading 4201?

No. Heading 4201 covers saddlery, harness, leads, and similar equipment for any kind of animal regardless of the constituent material, so nylon webbing harnesses and synthetic-material horse blankets can fall here just as leather tack does. The defining criterion is the functional use for animals, not the material.

Leather Articles, Handbags, Travel Goods & Saddlery

Name: Chapter 42: Leather Articles, Handbags, Travel Goods & Saddlery
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HS 42Chapter2-digit

U.S. imports · August 2026: $1.2B

U.S. exports · August 2026: $113.4M

Balance · August 2026: −$1.1B; Trade deficit

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12-month trend

ImportsExports

Imports

$1.2BYoY · free account

Exports

$113.4MYoY · free account

Low of 8 reported months · imports

Low · free account

$1.2B$0

September 2025February 2026August 2026

Through August 2026 · imports 8 of 12 months reported, exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

Where it comes from, where it lands, what it pays

Imports · August 2026

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origin

China pays 47.7% duty; Italy 11.0%.

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customs district

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destination

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Tariff programs

rate provision · imports

4.3% enters free of duty.

Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty reported)78.8%$934.9M
Bonded warehouse or Foreign Trade Zone (duty deferred)9.1%$107.4M
Dutiable - general rate (HTS column 1)7.5%$89.1M
Free under HTS chapter 994.0%$47.0M
Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty not calculated)0.3%$4.0M

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the outer surface material determined for handbags and travel goods under heading 4202?

CBP applies the material that is visible on the outer surface of the article in its finished condition. If the exterior is leather, the bag classifies as leather; if it is a textile, it classifies as textile; if it is plastic sheeting, it classifies accordingly. Mixed-surface articles require a determination of which material predominates on the exterior, and binding rulings are advisable for borderline cases.

Does saddlery have to be made of leather to fall under heading 4201?

No. Heading 4201 covers saddlery, harness, leads, and similar equipment for any kind of animal regardless of the constituent material, so nylon webbing harnesses and synthetic-material horse blankets can fall here just as leather tack does. The defining criterion is the functional use for animals, not the material.

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Hong Sheng Bags and Design Ltd.
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Shenzhen, ChinaManufacturerListing verified Oct 2026
Hong Sheng Bags and Design Ltd. manufactures custom insulated thermal food delivery bags and related packaging for B2B clients. OEM and private-label options for delivery platforms, restaurants, and distributors. Based in Pinghu, Shenzhen…
- 4202.92Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags, Cases & Containers (NESOI)
Prolook Athletic
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Sialkot, PakistanManufacturerListing verified Oct 2026
Sialkot-based OEM, ODM and private-label manufacturer of sportswear, teamwear, performance apparel, workwear and bags, established in 2007. Apparel includes team uniforms (soccer, basketball, American football, ice hockey), jerseys, tracks…
- 4201.00Saddlery, Harness, and Animal Accessories of Any Material
- 4202.92Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags, Cases & Containers (NESOI)
- 4202.19Trunks, Suitcases & Vanity Cases (Non-Leather, Non-Plastic, Non-Textile Outer Surface)
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Leather Articles, Handbags, Travel Goods & Saddlery

HS 42Chapter2-digit

U.S. imports · August 2026: $1.2B

U.S. exports · August 2026: $113.4M

Balance · August 2026: −$1.1B; Trade deficit

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Chapter 42 · 20 products

Share of all U.S. imports0.35%

Chapter 42 · $1.2B of $336.2B

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Hong Sheng Bags and Design Ltd.
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Shenzhen, ChinaManufacturerListing verified Oct 2026
Hong Sheng Bags and Design Ltd. manufactures custom insulated thermal food delivery bags and related packaging for B2B clients. OEM and private-label options for delivery platforms, restaurants, and distributors. Based in Pinghu, Shenzhen…
- 4202.92Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags, Cases & Containers (NESOI)
Prolook Athletic
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Sialkot, PakistanManufacturerListing verified Oct 2026
Sialkot-based OEM, ODM and private-label manufacturer of sportswear, teamwear, performance apparel, workwear and bags, established in 2007. Apparel includes team uniforms (soccer, basketball, American football, ice hockey), jerseys, tracks…
- 4201.00Saddlery, Harness, and Animal Accessories of Any Material
- 4202.92Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags, Cases & Containers (NESOI)
- 4202.19Trunks, Suitcases & Vanity Cases (Non-Leather, Non-Plastic, Non-Textile Outer Surface)
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Where it comes from, where it lands, what it pays

Imports · August 2026

Countries

origin

China pays 47.7% duty; Italy 11.0%.

All 164 countries →

Districts

customs district

States

destination

All states →

Ports

entry

Tariff programs

rate provision · imports

4.3% enters free of duty.

Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty reported)78.8%$934.9M
Bonded warehouse or Foreign Trade Zone (duty deferred)9.1%$107.4M
Dutiable - general rate (HTS column 1)7.5%$89.1M
Free under HTS chapter 994.0%$47.0M
Dutiable - HTS chapter 99 rate (duty not calculated)0.3%$4.0M

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12-month trend

ImportsExports

Imports

$1.2BYoY · free account

Exports

$113.4MYoY · free account

Low of 8 reported months · imports

Low · free account

$1.2B$0

September 2025February 2026August 2026

Through August 2026 · imports 8 of 12 months reported, exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

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