Gelatin Leaf Ornaments

Delicately carved leaf-shaped ornaments from worked unhardened gelatin, used in floral arrangements or window decorations. HTS 9602.00.10.80 covers these as articles thereof, distinguished from hardened gelatin or those in Chapter 35. They maintain flexibility for artistic applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+17.5%20.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

6702.90Higher: 27% vs 20.5%

If assembled on artificial flower stems

Assembled artificial flowers fall under Chapter 67, separate from standalone gelatin carvings.

3926.40.00Lower: 15.3% vs 20.5%

If coated with plastic for durability

Plastic-clad articles shift to Chapter 39 per exclusions.

7117.90.90.00Higher: 28.5% vs 20.5%

If set with imitation gems for jewelry

Chapter 96 excludes imitation jewelry under heading 7117.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab tests proving unhardened composition to support tariff classification

Declare as non-food decorative items; mislabeling leads to delays or penalties

Watch for precious metal inlays, as headings 9601-9606 limit such inclusions