4202.22.70.00 - Containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste

This HTS category, 4202.22.70.00, specifically classifies handbags that have an outer surface made of textile materials and are predominantly composed of silk or silk waste, meaning they contain 85 percent or more by weight of these silk-based materials. These are typically fashion accessories designed for carrying personal items, and their defining characteristic for classification purposes is the significant silk content in their outer construction.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 4202.22.81.00, which covers handbags with an outer surface of textile materials but specifically those made of man-made fibers. While both fall under handbags with textile outer surfaces, the crucial difference lies in the primary fiber content. This category is reserved for those where silk or silk waste is the dominant component by weight.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification decisions at this level will hinge on confirming the outer surface is textile material, that the item is a handbag, and verifying the silk content meets or exceeds the 85 percent threshold by weight. Examples might include silk evening clutches or silk-covered tote bags.