Cirque du Soleil Acrobat Harness

Custom safety harness used by aerial acrobats in Cirque du Soleil touring show. Temporarily imported by production manager for U.S. arena performances. Classifies as theatrical property under 9817.00.98.00 for circus-like production.

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.

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 10%

If classified as vehicle safety equipment

Chapter 87 parts for motor vehicles, not theatrical safety gear

9506.91.00Higher: 22.1% vs 10%

If considered circus equipment for permanent installation

Chapter 95 for gymnasium/circus articles, excluding temporary imports

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include safety certification and production rigging diagrams,Coordinate with venue technical directors pre-entry,Maintain detailed usage logs for CBP inspection

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