Papier-Mâché Halloween Masks from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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