HTS Chapter 42 — Articles of Leather Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers leather goods including handbags, wallets, luggage, saddlery, travel goods, and articles of gut or animal intestines.

Rate Overview

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 42

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
4202	Trunks, suitcases, handbags, and wallets	8%	N/A	25%
4203	Articles of apparel and accessories of leather	6%	N/A	25%

Common Products

HandbagsWalletsLuggage and suitcasesLeather beltsSaddlesWatch strapsLeather glovesTravel bags

Chapter 42 of the HTS — Articles of Leather — is among the most tariff-impacted categories in US trade. Covers leather goods including handbags, wallets, luggage, saddlery, travel goods, and articles of gut or animal intestines. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 8%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Handbags, Wallets, Luggage and suitcases, Leather belts, Saddles, Watch straps, Leather gloves, Travel bags. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 41, Chapter 43, Chapter 64, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 42 (Articles of Leather)?

The average MFN duty rate for articles of leather is 8%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 42?

Chapter 42 covers articles of leather, including Handbags, Wallets, Luggage and suitcases, Leather belts, Saddles. Related chapters include Chapter 41, Chapter 43, Chapter 64.

Are articles of leather subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.