Carnival Noisemakers Rattles from Japan
Hand-cranked plastic or wooden devices producing rattling sounds for parades and festivities. Classified in HTS 9505.90.40.00 as noisemakers, part of carnival entertainment articles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify non-electronic to avoid electronics chapter scrutiny
• Use event-specific branding on packaging for clear festive intent
• Test for lead content in painted wooden versions per CPSIA guidelines