Cases and containers; handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather

HS v2017 Code: 420221

About cases and containers; handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather

HS code 420221 covers a diverse range of leather and leather-like handbags, cases, and containers. This industry plays a crucial role in the global fashion and accessories market, catering to the growing demand for stylish and functional personal carry items. As an important component of the broader leather goods industry, the 420221 category contributes significantly to international trade and economic activity.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 420221 typically involves a multi-step process. Key techniques include cutting and shaping leather or composition leather, assembling the main body and components of the bag or container, adding hardware such as zippers and clasps, and finishing with decorative elements. Skilled craftspeople often utilize specialized machinery and tools to ensure consistent quality and durability in the final products.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the 420221 industry include high-quality leather, synthetic leather or leather-like materials, hardware components (e.g., zippers, clasps, handles), and various adhesives and finishing agents. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery and equipment, such as cutting dies, sewing machines, and embossing tools, to streamline the production process. The availability and cost of these key inputs can significantly impact the competitiveness and profitability of businesses operating within this industry.

Production outputs

Goods classified under HS code 420221 are primarily used as personal carry items, such as handbags, briefcases, and luggage. These products are often consumed by 420211 Cases and containers; trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, 420219 Cases and containers; trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of materials other than leather, of composition leather or of textile materials, and 420231 Articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag; wallets, purses, key-cases, cigarette-cases, tobacco-pouches and similar articles, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.

Revisions to 420221

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 420221. The most recent 1 version of this code (420221) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 420221 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for cases and containers; handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather

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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/v2017/420221'>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 --> 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/v2017/420212'>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 --> F["<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 --> 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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