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

HS v2022 Code: 420229

About 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

HS code 420229 covers a diverse range of cases, containers, and handbags made from vulcanized fibre, paperboard, or materials primarily composed of these. This industry plays a vital role in the global trade of personal accessories, catering to the needs of consumers and businesses across various sectors. Its products are essential components in the supply chains of 420211 Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive-cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, 420212 Handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, and other related industries.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 420229 typically involves a combination of cutting, shaping, and assembling various materials. Vulcanized fibre and paperboard are often the primary raw materials, which are then cut into desired shapes and sizes. These pieces are then joined together using adhesives, stitching, or other fastening methods to create the final product. Depending on the specific item, additional finishing touches such as the addition of handles, straps, or decorative elements may be incorporated.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 420229 include vulcanized fibre, paperboard, adhesives, fasteners (such as rivets or eyelets), and various trimmings or decorative elements. Specialized machinery, such as cutting and sewing equipment, may also be necessary for the manufacturing process. The availability and quality of these raw materials and production tools are crucial in determining the overall competitiveness and output of this industry.

Production outputs

The products covered by HS code 420229 are primarily used as personal accessories, such as handbags, briefcases, and other types of cases and containers. These items are often consumed by 420211 Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive-cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers and 420212 Handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle industries, as well as by individual consumers. The versatility and wide range of applications for these products make them an important component in the global trade of personal and business accessories.

Revisions to 420229

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 420229. The most recent 1 version of this code (420229) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 420229.

Family tree for 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

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/42'>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/v2022/4202'>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/v2022/420229'>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 --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/420211'>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/v2022/420212'>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/v2022/420219'>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/v2022/420221'>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/v2022/420222'>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/v2022/420231'>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/v2022/420232'>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/v2022/420239'>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/v2022/420291'>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/v2022/420292'>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/v2022/420299'>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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