Printed Floral Paper Fan

A decorative hand fan of lightweight paper with floral motifs printed on both sides, mounted on wooden sticks, cut precisely to fan shape. Classified under HTS 4823.90.5000 as paper pulp/paperboard articles cut to shape for hand use, where printing is subsidiary to the fan function per chapter notes. Ideal for events or costumes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4901.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If printing with pictorial representations is primary use, not subsidiary

Chapter note excludes printed paper where motifs are primary, moving to Chapter 49 printed books/ matter.

4421.99.70Same rate: 35%

If for retail sale with wooden frame predominant

Wooden components for personal use could classify under other wooden articles if paper is accessory.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If marketed as children's toy fan

End-use as toy shifts to Chapter 95 trinkets and toys.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm printing is not the primary purpose (e.g

not motifs dominating use) to stay in Chapter 48, not Chapter 49

Include lab tests or supplier affidavits on paper content exceeding 50% by weight for classification support

Avoid misdeclaration as toys (9503); specify adult cooling use in invoices

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