Find HS Code and trade information for plush bag

Plush Bag

A plush bag is a handbag or carrying case primarily constructed from plush fabric, typically used for its soft texture and often decorative appearance.

Material

The defining characteristic of a plush bag is its outer material. Common plush fabrics include:

• Velvet: Offers a luxurious, smooth feel.
• Fleece: Provides warmth and a softer, more casual texture.
• Flannel: Lightweight and often used for linings or less durable bags.
• Faux Fur: Mimics the look and feel of animal fur, available in various lengths and densities.
• Chenille: Creates a textured, rope-like surface.

Inner linings are commonly made of polyester, cotton, or nylon for durability and ease of cleaning. Hardware components like zippers, clasps, and straps are usually metal or plastic.

Purpose

Plush bags serve a variety of purposes:

• Fashion Accessory: Frequently used as a statement piece to complement an outfit.
• Everyday Carry: Smaller plush bags can function as wallets, coin purses, or hold small personal items.
• Novelty Item: Often designed as character-themed bags, animal shapes, or other whimsical designs.
• Gift Item: Popular as presents due to their cute aesthetic and soft texture.

Function

The function of a plush bag is largely dependent on its size and design:

• Storage: Providing a secure space for personal belongings.
• Carrying: Enabling the transportation of items.
• Decoration: Serving as an aesthetic addition to an outfit or collection.
• Comfort: The soft material can offer a tactile sensory experience.

Usage Scenarios

• Casual Outings: Shopping, dates, or everyday wear.
• Events: Parties, concerts, or themed gatherings.
• Travel: Smaller bags for holding essentials.
• Collection/Display: Some bags are collected as novelty items or displayed as part of a collection.

Common Types

• Crossbody Bags: Worn across the body for hands-free carrying.
• Tote Bags: Larger, open-top bags suitable for carrying a greater volume of items.
• Shoulder Bags: Carried over the shoulder.
• Backpacks: Designed for carrying heavier loads on the back.
• Coin Purses/Wallets: Smaller bags for holding currency and small items.
• Character Bags: Shaped like popular characters from movies, television, or games.
• Animal-Shaped Bags: Designed to resemble animals, often with realistic or cartoonish features.
• Bucket Bags: Cylindrical or tapered bags with a drawstring closure.

Based on the provided information, a "plush bag" can be classified under several HS codes, depending on its material and specific characteristics. Here's a breakdown of potential classifications:

• 4202929700: This code 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 paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper: Other: With outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials: Other: Other: Other". If the plush bag's outer surface is made of textile materials, this HS code is applicable. The two-digit sections mean: 42 – Articles of leather or of composition leather, animal hair or cellular plastics, not elsewhere specified or included; 02 – Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, briefcases, handbags and similar containers; 92 – With outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials; 97 – Other.

• 4202995000: This code 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 materials (other than leather, composition leather, sheeting of plastics, textile materials, vulcanized fiber or paperboard) wholly or mainly covered with paper: Other". If the bag is made of materials other than those listed and is wholly or mainly covered with paper, this HS code applies. The two-digit sections mean: 42 – Articles of leather or of composition leather, animal hair or cellular plastics, not elsewhere specified or included; 02 – Trunks, suitcases, briefcases, handbags and similar containers; 99 – Of other materials; 50 – Other.

• 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 plush bag is made of plastic and classified as a handbag, this HS code is applicable. The two-digit sections mean: 39 – Plastics and articles thereof; 26 – Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials; 90 – Other.

• 6305900000: This code covers "Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods: Of other textile materials". If the plush bag is used for packing goods and made of other textile materials, this HS code may be applicable. The two-digit sections mean: 63 – Other articles of textile materials; 05 – Sacks and bags; 90 – Of other textile materials.

Regarding HS code 4202929700, please note that the outer surface material needs to be verified.