Product classification
HS code for Coin purses: 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.
Classification of coin purses under HS 4202.32
Coin purses are classified under HS code 4202.32. Heading 4202 is a broad category that includes travel goods, handbags, and similar containers. Specifically, the 4202.3 sub-category is dedicated to "articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag." This includes wallets, billfolds, and coin purses. The final digit, .32, specifies that the outer surface of the article must be made of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials. The classification is driven by two main factors: the intended use of the item and the material of its exterior. Under GRI 1, the heading is determined by the description of the container, and under GRI 6, the subheading is determined by the material composition. If a coin purse is constructed with a textile lining but has a plastic exterior, the exterior material dictates the classification under 4202.32. These items are designed to be small and portable, specifically for the storage of loose change. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the purse uses a zipper, a metal clasp, or a hook-and-loop fastener, provided the outer surface meets the plastic or textile requirement.
- Covers
- Nylon zippered coin pouches
- PVC plastic coin holders
- Silicone coin purses
- Fabric change purses with metal clasps
- Polyester mini-wallets for coins
- Also under 4202.32
- 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. The most common misclassification for coin purses is HS code 4202.31, which is reserved for articles with an outer surface of leather or composition leather. Importers must verify the exact material of the outer shell to choose between .31 and .32. Another error is using 7326.90 for metal coin boxes; if the item is a soft purse rather than a rigid box, it must stay within 4202.
Top exporters and importers of HS 420232 (the code used for coin purses), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 420232 (the code used for coin purses) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 420232, not only coin purses.
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 coin purses
Brazil classifies coin purses under NCM 4202.32.00: HS 4202.32 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coin purses
What is the HS code for Coin purses?
The HS code for Coin purses is 420232 (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). The HS code for coin purses with an outer surface of plastic or textile is 4202.32.
How do I classify Coin purses for customs?
Coin purses is classified under HS code 420232 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the coin purse is made of genuine leather?
If the outer surface is made of genuine leather, the correct HS code would be 4202.31 instead of 4202.32.
Which countries are the top exporters of coin purses (HS 420232)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 420232 (the code used for coin purses) 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 coin purses (HS 420232)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 420232 (the code used for coin purses) 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.
Is the HS code for Coin purses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 420232 for Coin purses is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for coin purses in Brazil?
In Brazil, coin purses (HS 420232) is classified under NCM 4202.32.00.