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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If assembled on artificial flower stems
Assembled artificial flowers fall under Chapter 67, separate from standalone gelatin carvings.
If coated with plastic for durability
Plastic-clad articles shift to Chapter 39 per exclusions.
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
Related Products under HTS 9602.00.10.80
Carved Corozo Nut Beads
Hand-carved beads from corozo nuts (vegetable carving material per note to 9602), strung loosely for decorative use. HTS 9602.00.10.80 includes these worked vegetable materials not elsewhere specified. Excludes assembled jewelry.
Wax Carved Figurines
Intricately hand-carved figurines from pure modeling wax, used in display or temporary art. HTS 9602.00.10.80 covers molded or carved wax articles not elsewhere specified. Excludes candles.
Stearin Sculptures
Molded stearin sculptures for decorative purposes, carved post-molding. Under HTS 9602.00.10.80 as carved articles of stearin. Not for burning as candles.
Natural Gum Figurines
Carved figurines from natural tree gums, soft and workable for art. HTS 9602.00.10.80 includes such carved articles. Pure gums without synthetic additives.
Modeling Paste Sculptures
Sculpted pieces from air-dry modeling pastes based on natural resins. Classified HTS 9602.00.10.80 as other molded articles. Hobbyist grade.
Amber Carved Pendants
Carved pendants from natural amber (mineral carving material). HTS 9602.00.10.80 for loose worked pieces.