| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8214909000 | Doc | 1.4¢ each + 3.2%+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9605000000 | Doc | 38.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8205513030 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8206000000 | Doc | The rate of duty applicable to that article in the set subject t+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7115906000 | Doc | 59.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7115903000 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7118900055 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7118900019 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3919905060 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205008000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205006000 | Doc | 59.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4201006000 | Doc | 57.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Cake Stencils
Cake stencils are tools used in cake decorating to impart designs onto the surface of cakes, cookies, and other confectionery. They function as reusable templates for applying powdered sugar, cocoa powder, airbrush color, or other edible mediums.
Material
Cake stencils are commonly constructed from:
- Plastic: Most frequently used due to its flexibility, durability, and ease of cleaning. Often made from food-grade polypropylene.
- Mylar: A thinner, more flexible plastic film. Suitable for intricate designs but can be more delicate than thicker plastic stencils.
- Stainless Steel: Provides a very durable, reusable option, often used for detailed work and airbrushing. Less common due to cost and potential for bending.
Purpose
The primary purpose of cake stencils is to create detailed and repeatable designs on cakes without requiring advanced freehand piping skills. They enable decorators to achieve professional-looking results efficiently.
Function
Cake stencils operate by holding the stencil securely against the cake surface and applying edible dust or liquid medium over the open areas of the design. The medium passes through the stencil openings, leaving the design imprinted on the cake.
Usage Scenarios
- Powdered Sugar/Cocoa Powder Application: A thin layer of powdered sugar or cocoa powder is dusted over the stencil using a soft brush or a stencil brush. This creates a subtle, monochromatic design.
- Airbrushing: Airbrush colors can be sprayed through the stencil for more vibrant and detailed designs. Requires a secure stencil hold to prevent bleeding.
- Royal Icing: Royal icing can be applied through the stencil, though this method requires a thicker stencil material and careful application to avoid bleeding under the edges.
- Edible Lustre Dusts/Colors: Similar to powdered sugar, lustre dusts are brushed onto the stencil to create shimmering designs.
- Cookie Decorating: Smaller stencils are used to decorate cookies with intricate patterns.
Common Types
- Single-Use Stencils: Typically made of thinner plastic or paper, designed for one-time use.
- Reusable Stencils: Constructed from thicker plastic or stainless steel, intended for multiple applications.
- Patterned Stencils: Feature a variety of designs, including floral motifs, geometric patterns, lettering, and themed images.
- Border Stencils: Designed to create decorative borders around the edges of cakes.
- Large-Scale Stencils: Used for covering large areas of the cake with a single design.
- Set Stencils: Collections of stencils with coordinating designs for creating complex patterns.
- Knotted Stencils: Features a knotted design to provide a textured effect when airbrushing.
Cake stencils are not explicitly defined within the provided reference material. However, based on potential material and function, the following HS codes may be relevant:
- 3919905060: This code covers self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls. "Other: Other Other" indicates a broad category within plastic sheeting. If the cake stencils are made of plastic, this could be applicable. The tax rate is 5.8% basic duty + 25.0% additional duty, totaling 60.8%.
- 7115906000: This code refers to other articles of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal, specifically "Other: Other: Other". If the cake stencils are made of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal, this code may apply. The tax rate is 4.0% basic duty + 25.0% additional duty, totaling 59.0%.
- 8214909000: This code covers other articles of cutlery (for example, hair clippers, butchers' or kitchen cleavers, chopping or mincing knives, paper knives); manicure or pedicure sets and instruments (including nail files); base metal parts thereof: Other: Other (including parts). While primarily for cutlery, the "other" category could potentially include stencils used in food decoration if they are considered tools. The tax rate is 1.4¢ each + 3.2% + 30.0%.
According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'cake stencils' are limited, with only the following 3 found.
It is important to note that the final HS code classification depends on the material composition of the cake stencils. If the stencils are made of a material not covered by these codes, a different classification may be required.