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Embroidery Bag

An embroidery bag is a textile bag, traditionally used to hold embroidery materials, but now often used as a general-purpose carryall or as a decorative item.

Materials

Historically, embroidery bags were constructed from linen, cotton, or silk. The bags themselves were frequently hand-stitched. Modern embroidery bags can be made from a wider range of materials including canvas, denim, burlap, and synthetic fabrics. The embroidery itself utilizes threads of silk, cotton, wool, or synthetic blends. Beads, sequins, and other embellishments are also common.

Purpose & Function

Originally, these bags served a practical purpose: to keep embroidery floss, needles, scissors, and other tools organized and portable. As embroidery became a leisure activity, the bags evolved to showcase the stitcher's skill. Today, embroidery bags are used for:

• Storage: Holding embroidery supplies, knitting yarn, or other craft materials.
• Carrying: Serving as a small tote bag for everyday items.
• Decoration: Displayed as a collectible or decorative piece.
• Gift-giving: Handmade embroidery bags are frequently given as personalized gifts.

Usage Scenarios

• Embroidery/Sewing: Ideal for taking projects on the go or keeping supplies tidy at home.
• Travel: A compact bag for carrying small essentials.
• Home Decor: Displayed on walls, hooks, or shelves.
• Fashion Accessory: Smaller bags can be used as unique purses or clutches.

Common Types

• Needlework Bags (Antique/Vintage): Historically significant bags, often featuring elaborate designs and made with fine materials. These are frequently collector's items.
• Reticule Bags: A drawstring bag, often small and delicate, designed to be carried by hand or attached to a belt. Popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.
• Drawstring Bags: A simple and versatile style, often used for modern embroidery projects.
• Tote Bags with Embroidery: Canvas or other sturdy fabric tote bags decorated with embroidery.
• Pouch-style Bags: Smaller, zippered or buttoned bags for storing specific tools or materials.
• Shoulder Bags with Embroidery: Larger bags with handles or straps, incorporating embroidered panels or designs.

Embroidery Bag - HS Code Classification and Tariff Information

Based on the provided information, classifying an "embroidery bag" requires careful consideration of its material composition and specific characteristics. The following HS codes may be relevant:

• 5810100000: Embroidery without visible ground (229). This code applies to embroidery where the base fabric is not clearly visible. It is relevant if the embroidery heavily covers the bag's surface.
  • Chapter 58: Textiles fabrics of cotton.
  • Heading 5810: Embroidery in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
  • Subheading 5810100000: Embroidery without visible ground.
• 3926903300: Beads, bugles and spangles, not strung (except temporarily) and not set; articles thereof, not elsewhere specified or included: Handbags (6.5%, 0.0%, 2025.4.2后加征关税: 30.0%). This code is applicable if the bag incorporates beads, bugles, or spangles as part of the embroidery or decoration.
  • Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • Heading 3926: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914.
  • Subheading 3926903300: Beads, bugles and spangles, not strung (except temporarily) and not set; articles thereof, not elsewhere specified or included: Handbags.
• 4202929100: With outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials: Other: Other: With outer surface of textile materials: Of man-made fibers (except jewelry boxes of a kind normally sold at retail with their contents) (17.6%, 25.0%, 2025.4.2后加征关税: 30.0%). This code applies if the bag is constructed from sheeting of plastics or textile materials, specifically man-made fibers.
  • Chapter 42: Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics.
  • 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 4202929100: With outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials: Other: Other: With outer surface of textile materials: Of man-made fibers (except jewelry boxes of a kind normally sold at retail with their contents).

Important Considerations:

• The final HS code classification depends on the bag's material composition (cotton, plastics, man-made fibers, etc.).
• If the bag incorporates beads or spangles, HS code 3926903300 may be applicable.
• Regarding HS code 4202929100, please note that it specifically applies to bags with an outer surface of textile materials made of man-made fibers.
• The tariff rates are subject to change, and the 2025.4.2加征关税 should be considered.