Cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of plastics or of textile materials

HS v2017 Code: 420212

About cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of plastics or of textile materials

HS code 420212 covers a diverse range of containers and cases, including trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive cases, briefcases, and school satchels. These products are primarily characterized by their outer surface being made of plastics or textile materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the global trade of personal and business accessories, catering to the needs of travelers, professionals, and students alike. As a key component of the broader luggage and bags industry, HS code 420212 items contribute significantly to the overall economy.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 420212 typically involves a combination of cutting, shaping, and assembling various materials. Plastics and textile fabrics are the primary raw materials, which are then cut and molded into the desired shapes and sizes. Depending on the specific product, additional components such as handles, zippers, and linings may be incorporated through sewing, gluing, or other assembly methods. The manufacturing process often includes quality control checks to ensure the durability and functionality of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 420212 items include plastics, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polyethylene, as well as a variety of textile materials, including cotton, polyester, and nylon. Manufacturers may also utilize specialized machinery, such as cutting and sewing machines, to shape and assemble the components. Additionally, hardware elements like zippers, buckles, and fasteners are essential inputs for the final assembly of these containers and cases.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 420212 are the diverse range of containers and cases, including trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive cases, briefcases, and school satchels. These products are often consumed by 420211 Trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of leather, of composition leather or of patent leather, 420219 Trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of materials other than leather, of composition leather or of patent leather, and 420291 Bags; handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, as they serve as essential accessories for personal and professional use.

Revisions to 420212

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 420212. The most recent 1 version of this code (420212) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 420212 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of plastics or of textile materials

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/42'>42: Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4202'>4202: Trunks; suit, camera, jewellery, cutlery cases; travel, tool, similar bags; wholly or mainly covered by leather, composition leather, plastic sheeting, textile materials, vulcanised fibre, paperboard</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420212'>420212: Cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of plastics or of textile materials</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420211'>420211: Cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420219'>420219: Cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420221'>420221: Cases and containers; handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420222'>420222: Cases and containers; handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420229'>420229: Cases and containers; handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420231'>420231: Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420232'>420232: Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420239'>420239: Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420291'>420291: Cases and containers; n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420292'>420292: Cases and containers; n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420299'>420299: Cases and containers; n.e.c. in heading 4202, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper</a>"]

    

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