Collapsible Roadshow Theater Tent from China
A large portable tent with internal staging, lighting rigs, and acoustic panels for traveling theater troupes. HTS 9508.40.00.00 applies as it constitutes a complete traveling theater enclosure for live performances. Not for amusement rides or fixed venues.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document fabric fire-retardancy certifications required for performance venues
• Break down shipment into components if over size limits, but retain assembly proofs
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as general camping tents by highlighting theater-specific features