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Bag Organiser

A bag organiser (also known as a purse organiser, tote organiser, or handbag insert) is an accessory designed to improve the functionality and tidiness of bags, particularly larger, unstructured bags like totes or spacious handbags.

Material

Bag organisers are commonly constructed from the following materials:

• Felt: A popular choice due to its affordability, lightweight nature, and ability to provide some structure and cushioning. Often made from synthetic felt (polypropylene).
• Polypropylene (PP) Woven Fabric: More durable and water-resistant than felt, offering better shape retention.
• Cardboard/Plastic Inserts: Used to provide a firmer base and maintain shape, particularly in more structured organisers. These may be removable.
• Leather/Vegan Leather: Higher-end organisers may feature leather or vegan leather accents or be fully constructed from these materials, offering a more luxurious feel and increased durability.
• Nylon/Polyester: Used for linings and sometimes for the exterior of the organiser, providing water resistance and ease of cleaning.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a bag organiser is to:

• Improve Organisation: Creates dedicated compartments and pockets for items like phones, wallets, keys, cosmetics, and other small essentials, preventing them from becoming lost in the bag's interior.
• Maintain Bag Shape: Helps to prevent the bag from sagging or losing its form, especially when not fully filled.
• Protect Bag Interior: Shields the bag’s lining from spills, scratches, and damage caused by sharp objects.
• Easy Transfer: Allows for quick and easy transfer of belongings between bags, eliminating the need to repack everything each time.
• Hygiene: Some organisers are washable, offering a hygienic way to keep bag contents clean.

Function

Bag organisers typically function through:

• Compartmentalisation: Featuring multiple pockets of varying sizes (zippered, slip, mesh) to separate and secure different items.
• Shape Retention: Rigid or semi-rigid construction provides support and maintains the organiser's form.
• Handle/Strap: Often includes handles or straps for easy lifting and removal from the bag.
• Removable/Adjustable Dividers: Some organisers allow for customisation of compartment sizes.
• Secure Closure: May feature a zippered top closure to keep contents secure.

Usage Scenarios

• Everyday Use: Ideal for daily commutes, work, or running errands.
• Travel: Simplifies packing and unpacking, and keeps belongings organised during transit.
• Diaper Bags: Keeps baby essentials separate and easily accessible.
• Large Tote Bags: Provides structure and organisation in spacious, unstructured bags.
• Seasonal Bag Storage: Helps maintain the shape of bags when stored.

Common Types

• Insert Organisers: Designed to fit snugly inside a specific bag size, providing a custom fit. These are often sold in standard sizes (e.g., Small, Medium, Large).
• Shaped Organisers: Pre-formed organisers with a defined shape, offering more structure and support.
• Foldable Organisers: Collapsible organisers that can be easily stored when not in use.
• Cosmetic Organisers (within bag organisers): Specifically designed for makeup and toiletries, with dedicated brush holders and compartments.
• Diaper Organisers: Designed with features specific to baby care, such as insulated bottle holders and changing pad compartments.
• Multi-Compartment Organisers: Feature a large number of pockets and compartments for maximum organisation.

Based on the provided information, classifying "bag organiser" requires careful consideration of its material and intended use. Here's a breakdown of potentially relevant HS codes:

• 3923900080: This code covers articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics – Other Other. If the bag organiser is made entirely of plastic, this could be applicable. The tax rate is 3.0% base tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tax rate of 58.0%.
• 3926903300: This code covers other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914 – Other: Beads, bugles and spangles, not strung (except temporarily) and not set; articles thereof, not elsewhere specified or included – Handbags. If the bag organiser is constructed as a small handbag-like structure, this code might be relevant. The tax rate is 6.5% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, totaling 36.5%.
• 6305900000: This code covers sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods – Of other textile materials (899). If the organiser is made of textile materials other than man-made fibers and is used for organizing within a larger bag, this could apply. The tax rate is 6.2% base tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tax rate of 43.7%.
• 6304996040: This code covers other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404 – Other: Not knitted or crocheted, of other textile materials – Other: Other Other: Other (899). If the organiser is considered a furnishing article made of textile materials (not knitted or crocheted), this code might be applicable. The tax rate is 3.2% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, totaling 33.2%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'bag organiser' are limited, with only the following 4 found.

It is important to determine the precise material composition of the bag organiser to select the most accurate HS code. If the organiser is made of multiple materials, the material that constitutes the primary function or value of the product should be considered.