Papier-Mâché Halloween Masks from Japan
Molded face masks from papier-mâché, hand-painted with spooky designs for costume parties. Under HTS 4823.90.20.00 as shaped papier-mâché articles, not heading 4820 loose sheets or Chapter 49 if printing is subsidiary. They offer a traditional, affordable alternative to plastic masks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure motifs are hand-painted, not printed, to prevent shift to Chapter 49
• Test for flammability compliance, as costume masks face strict CPSIA standards
• Label as 'costume accessories' not 'toys' to maintain paper article classification