HS Code 4202.12 : Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
Tariff data verified: July 2026
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of plastics or of textile materials is 4202.12. Under the 2026 Morocco (ADII), the representative MFN general duty rate is 40% [Administration des Douanes Morocco].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 42
Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; traveling bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toiletry bags, knapsacks and backpacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map cases, cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle cases, jewelry boxes, powder cases, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper
Heading 4202
Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; traveling bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toiletry bags, knapsacks and backpacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map cases, cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle cases, jewelry boxes, powder cases, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper
Subheading .12
.12
Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
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Morocco (ADII)
4202.12
MODULE 5: MOROCCO IMPORT DUTY & TVA BREAKDOWN
Notice: Moroccan customs clearance, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 20% TVA are governed by Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII). Always verify declarable lines with ADII prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: MOROCCO Trade Remedies & Safeguards
Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII) Anti-Dumping / Trade Defence
Standard Morocco ADII Customs Tariff 2026
Steel & Commodity Safeguards
Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)
Regulatory Compliance Status
Standard Statutory Clearance
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFN | WCO Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) Status | Standard MFN Rate | Applies to all WTO member states for Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials. |
| FTA | Morocco Preferential & Regional Trade Agreements | Free / Concessional | Subject to official Certificate of Origin & Rules of Origin (RoO) requirements. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials
MODULE 11: ADII Advance Ruling System
Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Administration des Douanes Morocco for HS 4202.12.
Query official ADII portal:
Search ADII Portal for 4202.12 →Morocco ADII Tariff Schedule (4202.12)
National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Morocco (ADII): coverage in progress.
Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 40%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Administration des Douanes Morocco).
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 4202.11 | Subheading under Heading 4202 | HS 4202.11 Morocco Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 4202.19 | Subheading under Heading 4202 | HS 4202.19 Morocco Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 4202.21 | Subheading under Heading 4202 | HS 4202.21 Morocco Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 4202.22 | Subheading under Heading 4202 | HS 4202.22 Morocco Duty & Entry Rules → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
Administration des Douanes Morocco (ADII) ↗
Official Morocco ADII tariff schedule, 20% TVA, and US-Morocco FTA rules.
ADII Advance Ruling System ↗
Administration des Douanes official binding advance classification rulings database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials is classified under HS 4202.12 (Heading 4202, Chapter 42). The representative MA MFN general duty rate is 40%.
How is HS 4202.12 distinguished within Heading 4202 (Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; traveling bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toiletry bags, knapsacks and backpacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map cases, cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle cases, jewelry boxes, powder cases, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper)?
Heading 4202 covers Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; traveling bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toiletry bags, knapsacks and backpacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map cases, cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle cases, jewelry boxes, powder cases, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper. Subheading 4202.12 specifically isolates Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 4202.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 4202.12?
Related subheadings under Heading 4202 include 4202.11, 4202.19, 4202.21, 4202.22, 4202.29, 4202.31, 4202.32, 4202.39. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 4202.12 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials?
Commercial shipments of Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 4202.12?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 4202.12 in Morocco?
Commercial imports of Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers, With outer surface of plastics or of textile materials under HS 4202.12 into Morocco are subject to 20% TVA, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.
What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Morocco?
The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Morocco is Low-value threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.
Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Morocco?
Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and ADII Advance Ruling System for HS 4202.12 are administered by Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII).
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