Papier-Mâché Ornamental Birds from China
Lifelike bird sculptures crafted from papier-mâché, used for home decor or educational displays. HTS 4823.90.20.00 covers these molded pulp figures, excluding taxidermy imitations that might go to 6701. Detailed feathers and poses make them collectible art pieces.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include artist affidavits confirming papier-mâché composition to counterporcelain claims
• Declare as 'decorative articles' to avoid animal trophy misclassification
• Watch for wildlife likenesses triggering USFWS permits if resembling protected species