4202.92.08.07 - Of man-made fibers (670) 🖩

This HTS category, 4202.92.08.07, specifically encompasses insulated food or beverage bags that have an outer surface constructed from man-made fibers. These items are designed to maintain the temperature of their contents, whether hot or cold, and are typically used for carrying meals, snacks, or drinks during travel, picnics, or daily commutes. The classification hinges on both the insulating function and the primary exterior material being synthetic textiles.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 4202.92.08.05, which covers similar insulated bags but specifically those with an outer surface made of cotton. Therefore, the key differentiating factor for this category (4202.92.08.07) is the exclusive use of man-made fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or polypropylene, for the outer construction, as opposed to natural cotton fibers. The residual sibling, 4202.92.08.09, would cover any insulated bags not specifically classified under the cotton or man-made fiber subcategories, likely including those with mixed textile materials or other less common constructions.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is definitive, meaning that if an insulated food or beverage bag meets the criteria of having an outer surface made of man-made fibers, it will be classified under this specific code, 4202.92.08.07. Practical examples would include insulated lunch bags with a nylon exterior, portable coolers with a polyester shell, or beverage tote bags featuring a synthetic fabric outer.