Circus Prop Storage Container

Weatherproof containers holding lion tamer chairs, whips, and pedestals exported for international circus acts, returned after performances. HTS 9801.00.50 for circus exhibition props.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7309.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If imported as general steel tank/container

Standard container classification outside circus exhibition provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain detailed prop inventories matching export and return manifests

Include performance photos showing prop usage in foreign venues

Document container seals unbroken during international transport

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