Product classification
HS code for Leather coin purses: 4202.31
Cases and containers, of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.
Classification of leather coin purses under HS 4202.31
Leather coin purses are classified under HS code 4202.31. This classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Heading 4202 covers a broad range of containers, including travel goods, handbags, and similar items. Subheading 4202.31 is specifically reserved for articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, provided they have an outer surface of leather or composition leather. The classification is determined by the physical dimensions of the item and its intended use as a small personal container. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, these items are designed to hold small objects such as coins, currency notes, or credit cards. The material of the outer surface is the primary factor; if the purse is lined with textile but the exterior is leather, it remains under 4202.31. This code ensures that small leather goods are distinguished from larger luggage or handbags, which fall under different subheadings within the same chapter.
- Covers
- Leather change pouches
- Leather coin wallets with snap closures
- Composition leather coin holders
- Leather zippered coin purses
- Small leather pouches for loose change
- Also under 4202.31
- Bellroy wallets
- Louis Vuitton Zippy Wallet
- Coach card cases
- Montblanc leather key fobs
- Hermès Calvi card holder
Codes often confused with 4202.31
Common mistake. Leather coin purses are frequently misclassified under HS code 4202.32, which is intended for items with an outer surface of plastic sheeting or textile materials. Another common error is using HS code 4202.21, which is specifically for handbags; while a coin purse may be kept inside a handbag, it is a distinct article. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 4205.00, which is a residual category for other articles of leather that do not have the characteristics of a container.
Top exporters and importers of HS 420231 (the code used for leather coin purses), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 420231 (the code used for leather coin purses) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 19% 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 420231, not only leather coin purses.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $892M 27% of world exports
- 2 France $671M 21% of world exports
- 3 India $308M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $591M 19% of world imports
- 2 United States $384M 12% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $223M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $3.2B 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 leather coin purses
Brazil classifies leather coin purses under NCM 4202.31.00: HS 4202.31 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about leather coin purses
What is the HS code for Leather coin purses?
The HS code for Leather coin purses is 420231 (Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather). The correct HS code for leather coin purses is 4202.31, which covers pocket or handbag articles with a leather outer surface.
How do I classify Leather coin purses for customs?
Leather coin purses is classified under HS code 420231 — Cases and containers; of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include purses made of synthetic leather?
No, if the purse is made of synthetic leather (plastic sheeting), it should be classified under HS code 4202.32.
Which countries are the top exporters of leather coin purses (HS 420231)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 420231 (the code used for leather coin purses) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($892M, 27% of world exports), France ($671M) and India ($308M). World exports 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.
Which countries are the top importers of leather coin purses (HS 420231)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 420231 (the code used for leather coin purses) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($591M, 19% of world imports), the United States ($384M) and Hong Kong ($223M). World imports came to about $3.2B, 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 Leather coin purses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 420231 for Leather 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 leather coin purses in Brazil?
In Brazil, leather coin purses (HS 420231) is classified under NCM 4202.31.00.