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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3304910050 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3304910010 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3307900000 | Doc | 60.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3307101000 | Doc | 59.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3825900100 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3825610000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7117907500 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7117905500 | Doc | 44.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926904000 | Doc | 32.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926904000 | Doc | 32.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924104000 | Doc | 33.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924900500 | Doc | 40.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Body Glitter
Body glitter refers to small, reflective particles applied to the skin for cosmetic purposes, creating a sparkling or shimmering effect.
Material
Historically, body glitter was made from ground glass or minerals. Modern formulations primarily utilize:
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): A type of plastic, commonly used due to its lightweight nature and ability to reflect light. This is the most prevalent material.
- Polyvinylidene Chloride (PVDC): Another plastic option, offering a different reflective quality.
- Natural Mica: A naturally occurring mineral that provides a subtle shimmer. Often coated with titanium dioxide or iron oxides for color.
- Aluminum: Used in some formulations for a more intense metallic shine.
- Biodegradable Glitter: Increasingly available, made from cellulose from eucalyptus trees, offering a more environmentally friendly alternative to plastic-based glitter.
Purpose
The primary purpose of body glitter is decorative. It is used to:
- Enhance aesthetic appearance, creating a festive or glamorous look.
- Highlight specific body areas.
- Express personal style.
- Contribute to costumes or performance art.
Function
Body glitter functions by:
- Reflection: The small particles reflect light, creating a sparkling effect.
- Adhesion: A binding agent (often a gel, lotion, or adhesive) allows the glitter particles to adhere to the skin.
- Coloration: Pigments or coatings on the glitter particles provide color.
Usage Scenarios
Body glitter is commonly used in:
- Cosmetics: Applied to the face, body, and hair for special occasions, parties, or events.
- Festivals: Popular at music festivals, carnivals, and celebrations.
- Costume Design: Used extensively in theatrical productions, dance performances, and cosplay.
- Art & Crafts: Incorporated into body painting and other artistic creations.
- Fashion: Used to accentuate makeup looks or as part of clothing designs.
Common Types
- Loose Glitter: Individual particles applied with a brush or fingers, often requiring a glitter glue or primer for adhesion.
- Glitter Gel: Glitter particles suspended in a gel base, easier to apply and less messy than loose glitter.
- Glitter Lotion: Glitter particles mixed with lotion, providing hydration and sparkle.
- Glitter Spray: Aerosol sprays containing glitter particles, offering a quick and even application.
- Chunky Glitter: Contains larger glitter particles for a more dramatic effect.
- Fine Glitter: Contains smaller particles for a subtle shimmer.
- Holographic Glitter: Exhibits a rainbow-like effect, changing color based on the viewing angle.
- Biodegradable Glitter: Environmentally friendly option made from plant-derived cellulose.
Body glitter falls under several potential classifications based on its composition and intended use, as detailed in the provided materials. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes:
- 3304910050: This code covers “Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin (other than medicaments), including sunscreen or sun tan preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations: Other: Powders, whether or not compressed.” Body glitter, if formulated as a powder for cosmetic application, would fall under this classification. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, with a total tariff of 55.0%.
- 3304910010: This code covers “Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin (other than medicaments), including sunscreen or sun tan preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations: Other: Powders, whether or not compressed Rouges.” If the body glitter is specifically marketed as a rouge or blush-type cosmetic, this code may be applicable. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, with a total tariff of 55.0%.
- 7117907500: This code covers “Imitation jewelry: Other: Other: Valued over 20 cents per dozen pieces or parts: Other: Of plastics.” If the body glitter consists of plastic particles intended as decorative elements and valued over 20 cents per dozen pieces, this code could apply. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, with a total tariff of 30.0%.
- 7117905500: This code covers “Imitation jewelry: Other: Other: Valued not over 20 cents per dozen pieces or parts: Other.” If the body glitter consists of plastic particles intended as decorative elements and valued at or below 20 cents per dozen pieces, this code could apply. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 7.2%, Additional tariff: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, with a total tariff of 44.7%.
It is important to determine the precise composition and intended use of the body glitter to select the most appropriate HS code. If the glitter is a cosmetic powder, codes 3304910050 or 3304910010 are likely candidates. If it is a plastic-based decorative element, codes 7117907500 or 7117905500 may be more suitable.