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Luggage Compartment Protective Cover

A luggage compartment protective cover, also known as a trunk liner, cargo liner, or boot liner, is a protective layer designed for the luggage area (trunk or boot) of a vehicle. It aims to safeguard the vehicle's interior from damage, dirt, and wear caused by transported items.

Material:

• Rubber/Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE): Most common material, offering flexibility, durability, and resistance to wear and chemicals. Often molded to the specific vehicle model for a precise fit.
• Polypropylene (PP): A rigid plastic, lighter and more affordable than rubber, but less flexible. Can be prone to cracking in very cold temperatures.
• Carpet/Fabric: Provides a more aesthetically pleasing look and can dampen noise, but offers less protection against liquids and sharp objects. Often used as a top layer over a rubber base.
• Aluminum: Less common, offering high durability and a premium appearance, typically used in heavy-duty applications or for specific vehicle types.

Purpose:

• Protection: Prevents scratches, dents, and other damage to the vehicle's trunk floor and side panels.
• Containment: Keeps spills, dirt, and debris contained within the liner, simplifying cleaning.
• Noise Reduction: Dampens sounds from items shifting during transport.
• Aesthetic Preservation: Protects the original trunk carpeting from wear and tear, maintaining resale value.

Function:

The cover typically features a raised lip around the edges to contain spills and debris. Many designs are custom-molded to the specific contours of the vehicle's trunk, providing a snug and secure fit. Some include features like:

• Side Protectors: Protect the side walls of the trunk.
• Rear Seat Protectors: Extend up the back of the rear seats to prevent damage from items leaning against them.
• Partition Dividers: Separate cargo to prevent shifting and organize items.
• Non-Slip Surface: Keeps cargo from sliding during transport.

Usage Scenarios:

• Transporting Groceries: Prevents spills and damage from leaking items.
• Carrying Sporting Equipment: Protects the trunk from mud, dirt, and sharp objects like cleats or bike parts.
• Pet Transport: Contains pet hair, dirt, and potential messes.
• Hauling Tools or Construction Materials: Protects the trunk from scratches, dents, and abrasive materials.
• General Cargo Transport: Provides a protective barrier for any items that could potentially damage the vehicle's interior.

Common Types:

• Custom-Fit Liners: Molded specifically to the year, make, and model of the vehicle, offering the best fit and protection.
• Universal Liners: Designed to fit a wide range of vehicles, often trimmed to size. May not provide as precise a fit as custom-fit liners.
• Rubber Mats: Simple, affordable, and easy to clean, but offer less protection than molded liners.
• Cargo Nets/Organizers: While not a full cover, these can help secure cargo and prevent it from shifting, reducing the risk of damage.
• Foldable/Rollable Liners: Offer convenience and portability, ideal for occasional use.

Luggage compartment protective covers fall under various classifications depending on their material and specific features. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided reference material:

• 4202919030: This code covers “Other: With outer surface of leather or of composition leather: Other Travel, sports and similar bags”. If the luggage compartment protective cover is made with an outer surface of leather or composition leather, this is a potential match. The reference material specifies this covers travel bags, which could include protective covers.

  • Chapter 42: Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; articles of animal gut (other than gut surgical, dental or intestinal).
  • Heading 4202: Articles of leather or of composition leather, not elsewhere specified or included.
  • Subheading 420291: Other articles of leather or of composition leather, not elsewhere specified or included.
  • Subheading 4202919030: Specifically for travel, sports and similar bags with an outer surface of leather or composition leather.

• 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 luggage compartment protective cover is made of plastic and functions similarly to a handbag in terms of carrying or protecting items, this could be applicable.

  • Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • Heading 3926: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914.
  • Subheading 392690: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914, not elsewhere specified or included.
  • Subheading 3926903300: Specifically for handbags.

• 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 luggage compartment protective cover is made of plastic and primarily functions as a packing or protective item, this could be a match.

  • Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • Heading 3923: Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics.
  • Subheading 392390: Other articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics.
  • Subheading 3923900080: Specifically for other articles.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'luggage compartment protective cover' are limited, with only the following 3 found.

Please note that the final HS code determination depends on the precise material composition and function of the luggage compartment protective cover.