Key Components

OUTER SHELL

• External layer that provides structural integrity and protection to the contents of the luggage.
• This includes the film coating on luggage if applied. The outer shell excludes logo, binding, handles, lock, and any other accessories.

PULL-HANDLE/TROLLEY

• The retractable mechanism built into luggage, allowing users to easily tow or roll the luggage behind them. Includes the trolley tubes, bezel, handle, and interior support mechanisms (including brace, bracket).
• This excludes screws and rivets used to affix the handle system to the bag.

INTERIOR LINING

• Material or fabric used to cover the inner surface of a bag including but not limited to partitions, dividers, pockets.
• This excludes any accessories or attachments such as mesh, binding, compression straps, buckles, and wet pockets. This also excludes structural frames and backing.

WHEELS

• The rolling components attached to the bottom of the luggage. This includes the inner and outer wheel housing, the wheel tire, wheel axle, fork, plastic bushing, and hub cap.

*For all components, fasteners are included aside from those that hold the component to the main body of the product.

ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS

• Zippers: The interlocking closure mechanism used to secure the main compartment and any other compartment of the luggage. This includes the teeth, tape, puller, and slider.
• Lock: Mechanism used to secure a bag.
• Accent Trims: Exterior or interior trim fabrics, bindings, and webbings that account for less than 10% of the exterior or interior fabric. These are typically leather, PU, or PVC.
• Carry Handles and Inner Housing: Any handle, excluding the pull-handle, that is used to pick up the luggage, excluding rivets and screws.
• Compression Straps and Buckles: Straps inside the luggage to compress and secure belongings along with the clasps.
• Fabric for Expandable Compartment: The material used to construct the expandable portion of the luggage. Typically, polyester.
• Gasket Bumper: The strip typically made from rubber or a similar flexible material, typically located along the edges of the suitcase. Used for binding.
• Hinge: The mechanism that enables the opening and closing of the suitcase. Typically made of fabric with backing.
• Identification Tag/Luggage Tag: An identification tag not incorporated in the trolley bezel, including holder/strap.
• Logo Plates: Plate displaying company name or initials of owner.
• Mesh: Netting or fabric characterized by open spaces between the yarns.
• Removable Accessories: Any detachable accessory of the product.
• Wet Pockets: Interior pockets typically made of TPU, PVC, or TPE.

Key Components

OUTER FABRIC

• Exterior covering or fabric of the luggage that provides protection to the contents inside.
• This excludes minimal, non-visible coating and backing. Visible coating is included in the calculation.
• If made from more than one material, all materials need to be taken into account in the calculation.
• If handles, straps, or pockets on the product are the same material as the main body fabric, it will be included in this outer fabric component.
• Exterior covering or fabric of the product that provides protection to the contents inside.
• This excludes minimal, non-visible coating and backing. Visible coating is included in the calculation.
• If made from more than one material, all materials need to be taken into account in the calculation.
• If handles, straps, or pockets on the product are the same material as the main body fabric, it will be included in this outer fabric component.
• No additional features included - simply the main exterior component. Excludes zipper, mesh, air mesh, or any other accessory.

OUTER SHELL

• External layer that provides structural integrity and protection to the contents of the luggage.
• This includes the film coating on luggage if applied. The outer shell excludes logo, binding, handles, lock, and any other accessories.

PULL-HANDLE/TROLLEY

• The retractable mechanism built into luggage, allowing users to easily tow or roll the luggage behind them. Includes the trolley tubes, bezel, handle, and interior support mechanisms (including brace, bracket).
• This excludes screws and rivets used to affix the handle system to the bag.

INTERIOR LINING

• Material or fabric used to cover the inner surface of a bag including but not limited to partitions, dividers, pockets.
• This excludes any accessories or attachments such as mesh, binding, compression straps, buckles, and wet pockets. This also excludes structural frames and backing.

WHEELS

• The rolling components attached to the bottom of the luggage. This includes the inner and outer wheel housing, the wheel tire, wheel axle, fork, plastic bushing, and hub cap.

*For all components, fasteners are included aside from those that hold the component to the main body of the product.

ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS

• Zippers: The interlocking closure mechanism used to secure the main compartment and any other compartment of the luggage. This includes the teeth, tape, puller, and slider.
• Lock: Mechanism used to secure a bag.
• Accent Trims: Exterior or interior trim fabrics, bindings, and webbings that account for less than 10% of the exterior or interior fabric. These are typically leather, PU, or PVC.
• Carry Handles and Inner Housing: Any handle, excluding the pull-handle, that is used to pick up the luggage, excluding rivets and screws.
• Compression Straps and Buckles: Straps inside the luggage to compress and secure belongings along with the clasps.
• Fabric for Expandable Compartment: The material used to construct the expandable portion of the luggage. Typically, polyester.
• Gasket Bumper: The strip typically made from rubber or a similar flexible material, typically located along the edges of the suitcase. Used for binding.
• Hinge: The mechanism that enables the opening and closing of the suitcase. Typically made of fabric with backing.
• Identification Tag/Luggage Tag: An identification tag not incorporated in the trolley bezel, including holder/strap.
• Logo Plates: Plate displaying company name or initials of owner.
• Mesh: Netting or fabric characterized by open spaces between the yarns.
• Removable Accessories: Any detachable accessory of the product.
• Wet Pockets: Interior pockets typically made of TPU, PVC, or TPE.

Key Components

OUTER FABRIC

• Exterior covering or fabric of the luggage that provides protection to the contents inside.
• This excludes minimal, non-visible coating and backing. Visible coating is included in the calculation.
• If made from more than one material, all materials need to be taken into account in the calculation.
• If handles, straps, or pockets on the product are the same material as the main body fabric, it will be included in this outer fabric component.
• Exterior covering or fabric of the product that provides protection to the contents inside.
• This excludes minimal, non-visible coating and backing. Visible coating is included in the calculation.
• If made from more than one material, all materials need to be taken into account in the calculation.
• If handles, straps, or pockets on the product are the same material as the main body fabric, it will be included in this outer fabric component.
• No additional features included - simply the main exterior component. Excludes zipper, mesh, air mesh, or any other accessory.

INTERIOR LINING

• Material or fabric used to cover the inner surface of a bag including but not limited to partitions, dividers, pockets.
• This excludes any accessories or attachments such as mesh, binding, compression straps, buckles, and wet pockets. This also excludes structural frames and backing.

FRAMES/SUSPENSION

• Structural components that provide support and stability to the backpack.

*For all components, fasteners are included aside from those that hold the component to the main body of the product.

ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS

• Zippers: The interlocking closure mechanism used to secure the main compartment and any other compartment of the luggage. This includes the teeth, tape, puller, and slider.
• Structural Elements: Various elements in between the outer fabric and the lining, providing structure to the product. These can vary from SKU to SKU and can include backing material, steel wire, foam, PP board, PE board, EVA backing, non-woven.
• Accent Zippers: Accessory zippers on product that do not open the main compartment.
• Adjustable Straps: Straps with adjustable lengths and clasps for securing the backpack and adjusting fit.
• Air Vent: Breathable opening or mesh panel incorporated into a backpack's design to allow airflow and ventilation.
• D Ring: Metal or plastic ring shaped like the letter "D". Often attached as a point to connect straps, hooks, or other accessories.
• Handles: Straps or loops for carrying the backpack by hand.
• Hardware Clasps: Typically, metallic or plastic fasteners used to secure different parts together, such as straps, flaps, or compartments. This includes clasps, fasteners, D-rings, key leash hook, SR buckle, and other hardware that performs this function. This excludes logo plates.
• Key Leash Hook: Attachment point or loop located inside main compartment or pocket. It is designed to securely hold keys or other small items.
• Logo Plates: Plate displaying company name or initials of owner. This include monogram frames that are decorative or functional frame on a backpack designed to display personalized initials, symbols, or designs.
• Mesh: Netting or fabric characterized by open spaces between the yarns.
• Shoulder Strap: Straps worn over the shoulders with padding for comfort.
• Adjusting Buckles: Specialized buckles commonly found on backpacks. They are used to fasten the sternum strap across the chest.
• Webbing: Woven strap (or belt) of fabric.

Key Components

OUTER FABRIC

• Exterior covering or fabric of the luggage that provides protection to the contents inside.
• This excludes minimal, non-visible coating and backing. Visible coating is included in the calculation.
• If made from more than one material, all materials need to be taken into account in the calculation.
• If handles, straps, or pockets on the product are the same material as the main body fabric, it will be included in this outer fabric component.
• Exterior covering or fabric of the product that provides protection to the contents inside.
• This excludes minimal, non-visible coating and backing. Visible coating is included in the calculation.
• If made from more than one material, all materials need to be taken into account in the calculation.
• If handles, straps, or pockets on the product are the same material as the main body fabric, it will be included in this outer fabric component.
• No additional features included - simply the main exterior component. Excludes zipper, mesh, air mesh, or any other accessory.

INTERIOR LINING

• Material or fabric used to cover the inner surface of a bag including but not limited to partitions, dividers, pockets.
• This excludes any accessories or attachments such as mesh, binding, compression straps, buckles, and wet pockets. This also excludes structural frames and backing.

*For all components, fasteners are included aside from those that hold the component to the main body of the product.

ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS

• Zippers: The interlocking closure mechanism used to secure the main compartment and any other compartment of the luggage. This includes the teeth, tape, puller, and slider.
• Structural Elements: Various elements in between the outer fabric and the lining, providing structure to the product. These can vary from SKU to SKU and can include backing material, steel wire, foam, PP board, PE board, EVA backing, non-woven.