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

HS v2017 Code: 420239

About 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

HS code 420239 covers a diverse range of cases and containers typically used for carrying personal items such as wallets, phones, and other small accessories. This industry plays a vital role in the broader consumer goods and retail sectors, providing essential storage and transportation solutions for a wide variety of products. The versatility and portability of these items make them indispensable accessories for individuals across various demographics and lifestyles.

Production process

The production of cases and containers under HS code 420239 often involves a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern manufacturing techniques. Vulcanized fibre and paperboard are commonly used as the primary materials, which are then shaped, cut, and assembled into the desired form. Processes such as die-cutting, stitching, and adhesive bonding are often employed to ensure the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of the final products.

Production inputs

The key inputs for this industry include vulcanized fibre, paperboard, and various other materials such as leather, fabric, and metal hardware. Specialized machinery for cutting, shaping, and assembling the components is also essential. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor to design, prototype, and manufacture the diverse range of cases and containers.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the cases and containers described by HS code 420239, which are then consumed by a wide range of industries and end-users. These products may be used to store and transport 420231 Handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, incl. those without handle, 420232 Handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, incl. those without handle, and other personal accessories. The versatility of these cases and containers makes them valuable across various sectors, including retail, travel, and consumer electronics.

Revisions to 420239

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 420239. The most recent 1 version of this code (420239) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 420239 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for 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

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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/v2017/420239'>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 --> 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/v2017/420221'>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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> J["<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 --> K["<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 --> 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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