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Embossed Paper Fan Blades

Handheld paper fans with embossed decorative blades cut to shape, popular in crafts and events. HTS 4823.90.86 applies to embossed cut paper articles, excluding predominantly printed motifs.

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.

4823.20Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If filter paper or coffee filters

Specific paper filters have dedicated subheading 4823.20.

4911.91.20Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If lithographically printed designs

Printed motifs primary use shifts to Chapter 49 per notes.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document embossing process to differentiate from printed paper in Chapter 49

• Measure blade thickness to confirm paperboard specs

• Package as individual cut shapes, not rolls