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Shadow Puppet Paper Figures

Cut-to-shape paper silhouette figures with articulation holes for traditional shadow puppet theater. HTS 4823.90.86.80 for other shaped paper performance art articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9503.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If marketed as children's toys

Complete puppet figures with mechanisms classify as toys

4911.91.20Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If printed posters with attached figures

Poster dominates when figures are accessory elements

4202.92.31Higher: 55.1% vs 37.5%

If mounted on fabric puppet handles

Composite article with textile component changes heading

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document cultural/traditional use and articulation specifications for proper classification

• Articulated joints distinguish from simple decals or stickers

• Toy puppet classification applies only to complete assembled figures