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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6506910060 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6506996000 | Doc | 63.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6505009089 | Doc | 20.7¢/kg + 7.5%+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6505009089 | Doc | 20.7¢/kg + 7.5%+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9505902000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9505906000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6114909070 | Doc | 35.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9616100000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9616200000 | Doc | 34.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9619009000 | Doc | 44.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9619006800 | Doc | 35.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
A blindfold is a covering used to obscure vision, typically worn over the eyes.
Material
Blindfolds are constructed from a variety of materials, chosen for their ability to block light and provide comfort. Common materials include:
- Fabric: Cotton, silk, velvet, and synthetic blends are frequently used for comfort and breathability.
- Leather: Historically used, leather blindfolds offer durability and complete light blockage.
- Plastic/Foam: Often used in medical or protective contexts, these materials are lightweight and may be disposable.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a blindfold is to prevent sight. This can serve a multitude of functions:
- Sensory Deprivation: Used in practices like meditation, sleep masks, or as part of certain psychological experiments.
- Games & Activities: Employed in games like Blind Man's Bluff, or for challenges requiring reliance on other senses.
- Restraint/Security: Historically and currently used in law enforcement, hostage situations, or theatrical performances.
- Sleep Aid: Sleep masks, a type of blindfold, block ambient light to improve sleep quality.
- Symbolic/Ceremonial: Used in certain rituals, performances, or as a symbol of trust or vulnerability.
Function
A blindfold functions by completely or substantially blocking external light from reaching the eyes. The effectiveness of a blindfold depends on:
- Opacity: The material must be sufficiently opaque to prevent light penetration.
- Fit: A snug fit around the eyes prevents light leakage from the sides or top.
- Coverage: The blindfold should cover a sufficient area around the eyes and bridge of the nose.
Usage Scenarios
- Sleep: Wearing a sleep mask to block out light and improve sleep quality, particularly useful for travel or shift workers.
- Meditation/Relaxation: Using a blindfold to enhance focus and deepen the meditative state.
- Games: Participating in games that require heightened senses other than sight.
- Training/Exercises: Employed in martial arts or sensory awareness training.
- Role-Playing/Performance: Used in theatrical productions or role-playing scenarios.
- Rest/Recovery: Blocking out light to aid in relaxation and recovery after strenuous activity.
Common Types
- Sleep Masks: Typically made of soft fabric, designed for comfort during sleep. Often contoured to fit the face and block light effectively.
- Game Blindfolds: Often simpler in construction, made of fabric or synthetic materials.
- Restraint Blindfolds: Constructed from durable materials like leather or thick fabric, often with secure fastening mechanisms.
- Ceremonial Blindfolds: Vary in material and design depending on the specific ritual or ceremony.
- Satin/Silk Blindfolds: Used for sensory deprivation, relaxation, or aesthetic purposes.
- Contoured Blindfolds: Designed to fit the shape of the face for increased comfort and light blockage.
Based on the material, use, function, and application scenarios, a blindfold generally falls under the category of headgear used for covering the eyes, potentially for entertainment, sleep, or other specific purposes.
Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided reference material:
- 6506910060: This HS code covers “Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other: Of rubber or plastics”. This could apply if the blindfold is made of rubber or plastic materials. The total tax rate is 55.0%, comprising a base tariff of 0.0%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and an additional tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 6506996000: This HS code covers “Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other: Of other materials: Other”. If the blindfold is made of materials other than rubber or plastics, this HS code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 63.5%, comprising a base tariff of 8.5%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and an additional tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 6505009089: This HS code covers “Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other: Other: Other: Other: Other (859)”. If the blindfold is knitted, crocheted, or made from lace or felt, this HS code could be relevant. The tax rate is 20.7¢/kg + 7.5% + 30.0%.
Regarding HS code 6505009089, please note the tax rate is calculated based on weight (20.7¢/kg) plus a percentage (7.5% + 30.0%).