HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4202.32 – Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
HS code 4202.32 is the 6-digit subheading for cases and containers, of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials. It is used for nylon wallets, plastic cardholders, canvas coin purses, polyester key cases and PVC passport holders.
What HS 4202.32 covers
This HS code covers small cases and containers, such as wallets, cardholders, and key cases, designed for carrying in a pocket or handbag, with an outer surface of sheeting of plastics (e.g., PVC, PU) or textile materials (e.g., nylon, canvas). This category serves the mass market, offering affordability, a wide range of designs, and often specific functionalities like RFID blocking or water resistance. Trade is high-volume, driven by everyday consumer needs and evolving fashion trends. Importers are typically large retailers, discount stores, and online marketplaces globally, with exporters being large-scale manufacturers, predominantly in Asia. Practicality, diverse design options, and competitive pricing are key purchasing factors in this highly accessible market segment.
- Covers
- Nylon wallets
- Plastic cardholders
- Canvas coin purses
- Polyester key cases
- PVC passport holders
- Textile spectacle cases
- Fabric cosmetic pouches
- Examples
- Herschel Supply Co. wallets
- Fjallraven Kanken card wallets
- Kipling coin purses
- Vera Bradley cosmetic bags
- RFID-blocking wallets
Codes often confused with 4202.32
Common mistake. Can be confused with 420222 (plastic/textile handbags) if the item is slightly larger, or 630790 (other made up textile articles) if it's a simple textile pouch without specific 'case' characteristics.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 420232, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 420232 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 $2.1B 54% of world exports
- 2 France $519M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $212M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $478M 15% of world imports
- 2 Japan $259M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Italy $240M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 4202.32
Brazil does not split HS 4202.32: its NCM code is 4202.32.00.
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 4202.32
What is HS code 420232?
HS code 420232 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials. This HS code covers small cases and containers, such as wallets, cardholders, and key cases, designed for carrying in a pocket or handbag, with an outer surface of sheeting of plastics (e.g., PVC, PU) or textile materials (e.g., nylon, canvas). This category serves the mass market, offering affordability, a wide range of designs, and often specific functionalities like RFID blocking or water resistance. Trade is high-volume, driven by everyday consumer needs and evolving fashion trends. Importers are typically large retailers, discount stores, and online marketplaces globally, with exporters being large-scale manufacturers, predominantly in Asia. Practicality, diverse design options, and competitive pricing are key purchasing factors in this highly accessible market segment.
What products fall under HS code 420232?
Nylon wallets, plastic cardholders, canvas coin purses, polyester key cases, PVC passport holders, textile spectacle cases, fabric cosmetic pouches
What are common misclassifications for HS code 420232?
Can be confused with 420222 (plastic/textile handbags) if the item is slightly larger, or 630790 (other made up textile articles) if it's a simple textile pouch without specific 'case' characteristics.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 420232?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 420232 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.1B, 54% of world exports), France ($519M) and Italy ($212M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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 420232?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 420232 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($478M, 15% of world imports), Japan ($259M) and Italy ($240M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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 420232 structured?
HS code 420232 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 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 420232?
In Brazil, HS code 420232 is NCM 4202.32.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.