Product classification
HS code for Fabric cases: 4202.92
Cases and containers, n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
Classification of fabric cases under HS 4202.92
Fabric cases are classified under HS code 4202.92. Chapter 42 covers articles of leather, saddlery and harness, travel goods, handbags, and similar containers. Heading 4202 is a broad category that includes trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, executive cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters, and similar containers. Subheading 4202.92 specifically covers those items with an outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials that are not specifically named in the first part of the heading (like handbags or wallets). This code is used for a wide variety of specialized textile containers, such as soft-sided tool rolls, cosmetic pouches, and jewelry organizers. The classification is driven by the "outer surface" rule; if the exterior is made of a textile fabric (whether natural or synthetic), and the item is a container designed to hold specific objects, 4202.92 is the appropriate designation. This excludes simple packing bags classified in Chapter 63, as items in 4202 are typically designed for prolonged use and protection of the contents.
- Covers
- Textile cosmetic pouches and vanity cases
- Fabric tool rolls and equipment cases
- Soft-sided jewelry organizers
- Textile binocular and camera cases
- Fabric-covered musical instrument gig bags
- Also under 4202.92
- Samsonite Omni PC luggage
- North Face Borealis backpack
- Herschel Supply Co. duffel bags
- Pelican Protector Cases (plastic exterior)
Codes often confused with 4202.92
Common mistake. Fabric cases are often confused with HS code 4202.12, which covers trunks, suitcases, and briefcases with a textile outer surface. The distinction depends on the shape and intended use; larger travel luggage goes to 4202.12, while smaller, specialized containers go to 4202.92. Another common error is using 4202.32, which is reserved for articles normally carried in the pocket or handbag, such as wallets or spectacle cases. If the case is a simple drawstring bag without a shaped structure, it might be misclassified under 6305, but if it is intended to protect a specific item, 4202.92 is usually correct.
Top exporters and importers of HS 420292 (the code used for fabric cases), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 420292 (the code used for fabric cases) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 420292, not only fabric cases.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $8.5B 39% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$3.1B 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Cambodia* ~$1.4B 6.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $21.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.5B 20% of world imports
- 2 Japan $2.6B 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.8B 7.9% of world imports
World total: $22.6B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 fabric cases
Brazil classifies fabric cases under NCM 4202.92.00: HS 4202.92 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fabric cases
What is the HS code for Fabric cases?
The HS code for Fabric cases is 420292 (Cases and containers; n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials). The HS code for various cases and containers with an outer surface of textile materials is 4202.92.
How do I classify Fabric cases for customs?
Fabric cases is classified under HS code 420292 — Cases and containers; n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between a fabric bag and a fabric case?
A fabric bag (Chapter 63) is generally used for packing or transport of bulk goods, while a fabric case (4202.92) is a "made-up" container designed to hold, protect, or organize specific personal or professional items and is intended for repeated use.
Which countries are the top exporters of fabric cases (HS 420292)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 420292 (the code used for fabric cases) in UN Comtrade data were China ($8.5B, 39% of world exports), Vietnam (about $3.1B) and Cambodia (about $1.4B). World exports came to about $21.6B, 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 fabric cases (HS 420292)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 420292 (the code used for fabric cases) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.5B, 20% of world imports), Japan ($2.6B) and Germany ($1.8B). World imports came to about $22.6B, 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 Fabric cases the same in all countries?
The base HS code 420292 for Fabric cases 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 fabric cases in Brazil?
In Brazil, fabric cases (HS 420292) is classified under NCM 4202.92.00.