4202.29.10.00 - Of plastics

This HTS category, 4202.29.10.00, specifically covers handbags that are primarily constructed from or covered with plastics. The classification focuses on articles that are designed to be carried by hand, typically for personal use, and may or may not feature a shoulder strap or handle. The "Of plastics" designation indicates that the principal material forming the outer surface or structure of the handbag is plastic sheeting.

It is important to distinguish this category from its siblings. Category 4202.29.20.00 covers similar handbags, but those that are "Of wood," meaning wood is the primary material or covering. Category 4202.29.50.00, "Other," serves as a residual category for handbags falling under 4202.29 that are not specifically classified as being of plastics or wood. This implies that handbags made primarily from other materials, such as metal, rubber, or composites not otherwise specified, would be placed in the "Other" category.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification decision hinges on correctly identifying the primary material of construction or covering as plastic. Examples within this category would include handbags with an outer shell made entirely of PVC, PU, or other plastic materials, as well as fabric handbags that are substantially covered with a plastic coating or film. The purpose of the handbag as a personal carrying container remains consistent with the broader context of Chapter 42.