HTS Code 420321: Specially designed for use in sports: — 2026 US Tariff Rates
Quick Answer
HTS 420321 = Specially designed for use in sports:
Duty rate: 3% · Unit: 42-digit · Column 1: 3%
Complete Classification Table
All 8-digit and 10-digit tariff codes under HTS subheading 420321. Use this table to find the correct statistical suffix and applicable duty rate for your product.
| HTS Code | Full Description | General Rate | Special Rate | Column 2 Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4203.21.20.00 |
Batting gloves | 3% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 30% |
4203.21.40.00 |
Other | Free | — | 30% |
4203.21.55.00 |
Cross-country ski gloves, mittens and mitts | 3.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 45% |
4203.21.60.00 |
Other | 5.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 45% |
4203.21.70.00 |
Ice hockey gloves | Free | — | 30% |
4203.21.80 |
Other | 4.9% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 30% |
4203.21.80.30 |
Golf gloves | — | — | — |
4203.21.80.60 |
Other | — | — | — |
What Importers Need to Know About HTS Chapter 42
This subheading falls under an HTS chapter covering products classified under this heading of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Importers of these products should be aware of the following trade compliance considerations:
Importers should verify classification with CBP or a licensed customs broker. Check whether Section 301, Section 232, or anti-dumping/countervailing duties apply to your product based on country of origin and specific HTS classification.
For the specific subheading HTS 420321, we recommend you:
- Verify the correct 10-digit statistical suffix — even within a 6-digit subheading, duty rates can differ significantly between suffixes
- Check FTA eligibility — if your product qualifies for preferential treatment under USMCA, KORUS, or another FTA, you may reduce or eliminate duties by providing the required origin certification
- Monitor for trade remedy changes — Section 301, Section 232, and anti-dumping duties are updated periodically. A rate that was correct last quarter may have changed
- Consult CBP resources — for binding classification rulings, CBP's National Commodity Specialist Division provides written determinations
Duty Calculation Tips for HTS 420321
Heading 4202 travel goods have a distinctive two-rate structure: containers with outer surface of leather/patent leather often carry around 5%–8%, while the same containers of plastic sheeting or textile may be duty-free or lower. This makes the outer-surface material the biggest single determinant of duty, not the interior. Genuine leather handbags (4202.21/4202.31) and Chinese-origin luggage have been subject to Section 301 List 4A (7.5%) and certain List 3 categories. With FTA rules of origin available from USMCA partners, verify where the goods are actually assembled before paying full duty.
Chapter 42 Frequently Asked Questions
Are handbags and luggage classified in Chapter 42?
Yes, heading 4202 covers handbags, wallets, briefcases, suitcases, backpacks, and similar travel/container goods. The classification applies regardless of whether the outer surface is leather, plastic sheeting, or textile, though the outer material changes the duty rate.
Why does the outer-surface material matter for duty?
Heading 4202 is split by outer surface. Containers with an outer surface of leather, composition leather, or patent leather generally carry higher duties (commonly 5%–8%), whereas the same container with an outer surface of plastic sheeting or textile material is often duty-free or lower. This is the key variable for landed cost.
Are leather jackets classified in Chapter 42?
Yes, articles of apparel made of leather or composition leather are classified in heading 4203 of Chapter 42, not in the textile apparel chapters (61/62). Only garments of textile fabric belong in Chapters 61–62.
Do Chinese-origin luggage and handbags face Section 301 duties?
Many Chinese-origin travel goods and bags have been subject to Section 301 List 4A tariffs (7.5%), with some categories on earlier lists. Check current USTR lists and any exclusions for your specific article.
Is a leather wallet classified differently from a leather handbag?
Both are in heading 4202 but under different subheadings (wallets and similar small articles with outer surface of leather are 4202.31, while handbags are 4202.21/4202.22/4202.29). The distinction affects the precise subheading and duty rate.
At a Glance
- The General duty rate for HTS 420321 is 3% · 8 statistical suffixes · 2 duty-free.
- 4 sub-classifications offer Special (FTA) rate preferences — check the Special column for USMCA, KORUS, and other FTA eligibility.
- This code falls under a chapter covering products classified under this chapter.
Duty Estimator
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Quick Answer: HTS 420321 Duty Rates
HTS subheading 420321 (specially designed for use in sports:) contains 8 sub-classifications.
2 suffixes carry duty-free General rates.
Suffix 4203.21.20.00: General rate 3%, Special (FTA): Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG).
Suffix 4203.21.40.00: General rate Free.
Suffix 4203.21.55.00: General rate 3.5%, Special (FTA): Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG).
Always verify with CBP — Section 301, Section 232, and ADD/CVD may apply.
HTS Chapter 42 Classification Guide: Articles of Leather, Saddlery, Travel Goods, and Similar Containers
Chapter 42 covers articles made of leather or composition leather, saddlery and harness for any animal, travel goods (suitcases, handbags, wallets), and other containers of leather or of textile/plastic sheet. Heading 4202 is the workhorse: trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, handbags, wallets, and similar containers — whether of leather, plastic sheeting, textile, vulcanized fibre, or paperboard. The essential-character rule (GRI 3) decides heading 4202 vs. the material chapter (39 for plastic, 63 for textile) when a bag mixes materials. Genuine leather apparel and gloves are NOT here — leather clothing is Chapter 42 heading 4203 (articles of apparel of leather), while textile-lined leather gloves fall to 4203 as well if the leather predominates.
Common Misclassification Errors
- Classifying a textile handbag or backpack under the textile chapters — if the outer surface is textile but reinforced or structured, heading 4202 still governs travel goods
- Putting genuine leather jackets under the textile apparel chapters — leather apparel belongs in heading 4203 (articles of apparel of leather or composition leather)
- Misclassifying a plastic-sheet briefcase under Chapter 39 when heading 4202 expressly covers such containers of plastic sheeting
Importing Under HTS 420321: What Importers Ask
How do I verify the correct HTS classification before importing?
Request a binding ruling from CBP's National Commodity Specialist Division. The ruling is valid for 5 years and is binding on all CBP ports. Alternatively, consult a licensed customs broker for a classification opinion. Misclassification can result in retroactive duties and Section 592 penalties.
Can I get duty-free treatment under an FTA for this product?
Check the Special rate column on this page for FTA preferences. If a preferential rate is listed, verify your product meets the FTA's specific rules of origin. All FTAs require origin certification — USMCA, KORUS, and others have specific documentation requirements.
What documentation is required at the port of entry?
At minimum: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary). Depending on the product, additional documentation may include FTA certificate of origin, FDA prior notice, USDA phytosanitary certificate, or TSCA certification. CBP may request the foreign supplier's manufacturing records.
Official Sources
PoliteDraft recommends verifying duty rates directly with official government sources before filing import documentation.
Independent editors organize official USITC HTS data and explain how to check the exact suffix, unit, origin, and trade remedies. This site is a research reference, not a customs broker, attorney, or classification opinion.
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View Section Overview →<strong>Editorial note:</strong> The first listed General rate for HTS 420321 (Specially designed for use in sports:) is 3%. Rates can differ by suffix, origin, and trade remedy; verify the exact line in the current USITC schedule and with CBP or a licensed customs broker.