HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4202.11 – Cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
HS code 4202.11 is the 6-digit subheading for cases and containers, trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather. It is used for leather suitcases, leather briefcases, leather vanity cases, leather executive cases and leather school satchels.
What HS 4202.11 covers
This HS code covers premium cases and containers such as trunks, suitcases, briefcases, and vanity cases, distinguished by an outer surface of genuine or composition leather. This segment operates within the luxury and professional goods market, with trade influenced by business travel, fashion trends, and consumer demand for durable, aesthetically pleasing luggage. Major importers are typically affluent nations with robust retail sectors and high disposable incomes, while exporters include countries renowned for their leather craftsmanship and luxury manufacturing capabilities, such as Italy and France. Critical aspects in this trade include the authenticity and quality of the leather, superior craftsmanship, brand prestige, and innovative design features that cater to discerning travelers and professionals.
- Covers
- Leather suitcases
- Leather briefcases
- Leather vanity cases
- Leather executive cases
- Leather school satchels
- Leather trunks
- Leather pilot cases
- Examples
- Louis Vuitton Keepall
- Montblanc Meisterstück briefcase
- Tumi Alpha leather luggage
- Coach Metropolitan brief
- Rimowa Classic Leather
Codes often confused with 4202.11
Common mistake. Often confused with 420212 (plastic/textile surface) if the leather is synthetic or difficult to distinguish, or 420221 (leather handbags) if the item is smaller and more akin to a handbag.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 420211, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 420211 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 8.6% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $249M 28% of world exports
- 2 Italy $178M 20% of world exports
- 3 India $77M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $888M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $71M 8.6% of world imports
- 2 Germany $63M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 United States $60M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $831M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4202.11
Brazil does not split HS 4202.11: its NCM code is 4202.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 42.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 4202.11
What is HS code 420211?
HS code 420211 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cases and containers; trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather. This HS code covers premium cases and containers such as trunks, suitcases, briefcases, and vanity cases, distinguished by an outer surface of genuine or composition leather. This segment operates within the luxury and professional goods market, with trade influenced by business travel, fashion trends, and consumer demand for durable, aesthetically pleasing luggage. Major importers are typically affluent nations with robust retail sectors and high disposable incomes, while exporters include countries renowned for their leather craftsmanship and luxury manufacturing capabilities, such as Italy and France. Critical aspects in this trade include the authenticity and quality of the leather, superior craftsmanship, brand prestige, and innovative design features that cater to discerning travelers and professionals.
What products fall under HS code 420211?
Leather suitcases, leather briefcases, leather vanity cases, leather executive cases, leather school satchels, leather trunks, leather pilot cases
What are common misclassifications for HS code 420211?
Often confused with 420212 (plastic/textile surface) if the leather is synthetic or difficult to distinguish, or 420221 (leather handbags) if the item is smaller and more akin to a handbag.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 420211?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 420211 in UN Comtrade data were China ($249M, 28% of world exports), Italy ($178M) and India ($77M). World exports came to about $888M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 420211?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 420211 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($71M, 8.6% of world imports), Germany ($63M) and the United States ($60M). World imports came to about $831M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 420211 structured?
HS code 420211 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (42) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 420211?
In Brazil, HS code 420211 is NCM 4202.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.