4202.12.21 - Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases and similar containers

This HTS classification covers specific types of rigid and structured trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, and similar containers designed for travel or personal item containment. Key to this category is the presence of an outer surface primarily composed of plastics. These items are characterized by their structural integrity and ability to maintain a fixed shape, distinguishing them from softer or more flexible container types.

While sibling categories might cover similar container types made from different materials or with different construction, 4202.12.21 specifically targets those with a plastic outer surface. The "Other" sibling category (4202.12.29) would likely encompass plastic-covered items that do not meet the specific structural criteria outlined in the subcategories below, or perhaps items where plastic is a significant component but not the primary "outer surface" in the same way.

Within this category, further distinctions are made based on the container's rigidity. Subcategory 4202.12.21.20 applies to items that are structured and rigid on all sides, indicating a robust construction. Conversely, subcategory 4202.12.21.50, labeled "Other," would encompass those plastic-outer-surfaced trunks, suitcases, and vanity cases that are not strictly rigid on all sides, allowing for some degree of flexibility or a less uniformly rigid structure.