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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4202923131 | Doc | 72.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4202924500 | Doc | 75.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205000500 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205000500 | Doc | 57.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6114909070 | Doc | 35.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6114909045 | Doc | 35.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Chest Pack
A chest pack is a small, portable bag worn on the chest, designed to carry essential items while keeping hands free. It is a popular choice for activities requiring agility and quick access to gear.
Material
Chest packs are typically constructed from durable, water-resistant materials. Common materials include:
- Nylon: A widely used synthetic fabric known for its strength, abrasion resistance, and relatively low cost. Different denier (thickness) nylon fabrics are used depending on the intended use and level of durability required.
- Polyester: Another synthetic fabric offering good water resistance and UV resistance. Often used for lining and less demanding components.
- Cordura: A highly durable, abrasion-resistant nylon fabric often used in higher-end chest packs designed for rugged use.
- Hypalon: A synthetic rubber known for its exceptional durability, water resistance, and resistance to extreme temperatures. Used in specialized packs.
- Leather: Occasionally used for aesthetic or vintage-style chest packs.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a chest pack is to provide convenient, accessible storage for small items during activities such as:
- Hiking: Carrying essentials like water bottles, snacks, maps, compasses, and small first-aid kits.
- Fishing: Holding lures, tools, line, and other fishing accessories.
- Cycling: Storing small tools, energy gels, and a phone.
- Photography: Transporting extra batteries, memory cards, and small lenses.
- Hunting: Carrying ammunition, rangefinders, and small survival tools.
- Everyday Carry (EDC): A minimalist option for carrying essentials like a wallet, phone, keys, and a small multi-tool.
Function
Chest packs function by distributing the weight of carried items across the chest and shoulders, reducing strain on the back and allowing for greater freedom of movement. Key features contributing to their functionality include:
- Adjustable Straps: Allow for a customized and secure fit.
- Multiple Compartments: Organize items for easy access.
- MOLLE Webbing: (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) Allows for attachment of additional pouches and accessories.
- Hydration Compatibility: Some packs include sleeves or compartments for water bottles or hydration bladders.
- Quick-Release Buckles: Allow for rapid removal of the pack in emergency situations.
Usage Scenarios
- Day Hikes: Ideal for carrying essentials on shorter hikes where a full backpack isn't necessary.
- Trail Running: Provides a secure and comfortable way to carry water, snacks, and a phone.
- Fly Fishing: Keeps lures, tools, and line readily accessible.
- Urban Exploration: A minimalist option for carrying essentials while navigating city environments.
- Motorcycle Riding: Provides convenient storage for small tools and personal items.
Common Types
- Minimalist Chest Packs: Small, lightweight packs designed for carrying only the most essential items.
- Tactical Chest Packs: Rugged packs with MOLLE webbing and multiple compartments for carrying a wider range of gear. Often used for hunting, airsoft, or military applications.
- Fishing Chest Packs: Designed specifically for fly fishing, with specialized compartments for lures, tools, and line.
- Hydration Chest Packs: Feature sleeves or compartments for water bottles or hydration bladders.
- Convertible Chest Packs: Can be converted into a small shoulder bag or backpack.
- Bivy Chest Packs: Designed to hold a bivy sack and other overnight essentials.
Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant to “chest pack”:
- 4202923131: This HS code falls under Chapter 42, which covers articles of leather or of composition leather, travel, sports or similar bags. Specifically, it relates to bags with an outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, travel, sports and similar bags, made of textile materials and of man-made fibers. This could apply to chest packs constructed from synthetic fabrics. The total tax rate is 72.6% (base tariff 17.6%, additional tariff 25.0%, and an additional 30% after April 2, 2025).
- 4202924500: Also under Chapter 42, this HS code covers travel, sports and similar bags with an outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, but categorized as 'Other'. The total tax rate is 75.0% (base tariff 20.0%, additional tariff 25.0%, and an additional 30% after April 2, 2025). This could be applicable if the chest pack doesn’t specifically fit the ‘man-made fibers’ categorization.
- 6114909070: This HS code falls under Chapter 61, covering other garments, knitted or crocheted, of other textile materials, categorized as 'Other Other'. The total tax rate is 35.6% (base tariff 5.6%, and an additional 30% after April 2, 2025). If the chest pack is constructed as a knitted or crocheted garment, this HS code may be relevant.
It is important to note that the final HS code classification depends on the specific materials used and the construction of the chest pack.