Curly Plastic Ribbon Bows

Pre-curled plastic ribbons formed into bows for floral arrangements and gift toppers, made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Classified in HTS 3926.40.0010 for their ornamental role in gift-packaging and similar decorative uses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3920.43Lower: 14.2% vs 15.3%

If contains plasticizers exceeding standard levels

Non-primary plastic shapes like tubes or profiles with plasticizers go to 3920.43 per subheading note.

4821.10Lower: 10% vs 15.3%

If made primarily from paper with plastic coating under 50%

Paper-based decorative bows classified in Chapter 48, not plastics.

3926.90.30.00Higher: 39.2% vs 15.3%

If resembling beads or artificial flowers

Other ornamental plastic articles like plastic flowers fall under specific 3926.90 subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm PET polymer predominance per subheading notes to ensure correct 3926 classification

Include supplier affidavits on decorative intent to prevent reclassification as packaging material

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could shift to heading 3923