Carnival Feather Boa from Germany
A 6-foot neon pink synthetic feather boa worn as a costume accessory for Mardi Gras or Halloween. It falls under tariff item 9505.90.00 as a carnival entertainment article, not as apparel, due to its festive purpose.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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 boa is not classified as apparel (chapter 61 or 62) by marketing it as a costume accessory for festive events
• Verify the synthetic material composition to avoid additional duties on feathers if natural
• Include a product description emphasizing carnival or party use for customs