Biodegradable Paper Streamers from United States
Biodegradable paper streamers are rolls of twisted paper strips used to create decorative drapes at parties and events. They are festive entertainment articles under tariff item 9505.90.00 because they are designed for celebration and amusement. The biodegradable material does not affect classification.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 95059000; Starts With 95059000; Equal To 9505900010; Equal To 9505900090; Equal To 9505900010; Equal To 9505900090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the streamers are not made of textile material, as textile streamers may fall under Chapter 63
• Declare the goods as festive articles, not general decorations, to avoid misclassification
• Keep proof of biodegradable composition in case the CBSA requests verification