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Card Set

A card set is a collection of playing cards, typically used for various games, divination, or collecting purposes. They are a ubiquitous tool for entertainment and have a rich history evolving from ancient forms of paper play to modern, specialized decks.

Materials

Traditionally, card sets are constructed from:

• Card Stock: A durable, heavy paper stock, often coated for smoothness and to enhance durability. Common weights range from 280gsm to 350gsm or higher for premium sets.
• Coating: Finishes include:
  • Air-Cushion Finish: Provides a smooth surface for shuffling and dealing.
  • Linen Finish: Embossed with a subtle linen texture for enhanced grip and feel.
  • Plastic Coating: Offers water resistance and increased durability, commonly found in bridge or poker sets.
• Ink: Typically offset printing inks, though digital printing is increasingly common for smaller runs or custom designs.
• Core (for plastic cards): PVC or PET plastic are commonly used for fully plastic cards, providing exceptional durability and flexibility.

Purpose & Function

The primary purpose of a card set is to facilitate gameplay. However, they serve diverse functions:

• Entertainment: The most common use, enabling a vast array of card games.
• Skill Development: Many games promote strategic thinking, memory, and mathematical skills.
• Social Interaction: Card games often provide a platform for social gatherings and bonding.
• Divination: Tarot and oracle cards are used for spiritual guidance and self-reflection.
• Collecting: Limited edition, artist-designed, or historically significant cards are often collected as hobbies.
• Magic Tricks: Specialized decks are designed for illusionists and card magicians.

Usage Scenarios

• Casual Games: Family game nights, social gatherings, travel entertainment.
• Competitive Tournaments: Poker, bridge, and other structured card games.
• Divination Practices: Tarot readings, oracle card spreads.
• Educational Settings: Teaching mathematics, strategy, or history.
• Professional Performances: Magic shows, cardistry demonstrations.
• Solo Play: Solitaire and other single-player card games.

Common Types

Card sets are categorized by their design, size, and intended use:

• Standard 52-Card Decks: The most common type, consisting of four suits (Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs, Spades) with ranks 2-10, Jack, Queen, King, and Ace. Used for games like Poker, Bridge, Rummy, and many others.
• Tarot Decks: Typically 78 cards, consisting of the Major Arcana (22 cards representing life lessons) and the Minor Arcana (56 cards divided into four suits). Used for divination and spiritual guidance.
• Oracle Decks: Vary in size and theme, often featuring inspirational imagery and messages. Used for self-reflection and intuitive guidance.
• Playing Cards (French Style): Standard decks, commonly used in Europe and North America.
• German-Style Playing Cards: Differ in suit symbols and court card designs.
• Bridge Decks: Designed for Bridge gameplay, often with larger card sizes and durable plastic coating.
• Poker Decks: Often feature large, bold fonts and durable plastic coating for easy readability and handling.
• UNO: A proprietary card game with color and number matching gameplay.
• Specialty Decks: Artist-designed decks, themed decks (e.g., fantasy, historical), or decks for specific card games.

Based on the provided information, “card set” can be classified under several HS codes, depending on the specific characteristics of the cards. Here's a breakdown:

• 9504400000: This HS code covers video game consoles and machines, table or parlor games, including pinball machines, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling equipment, amusement machines operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by any other means of payment: Playing cards. This is applicable if the card set is specifically designed for use in a game machine or as part of a larger gaming system.

  • Chapter 95: Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • Heading 9504: Articles for amusement, including fixed disc, scored, or numbered amusement devices; parts and accessories thereof.
  • Subheading 9504400000: Specifically for playing cards.

• 4823903100: This HS code covers other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers: Other: Other: Cards, not punched, for punchcard machines, whether or not in strips. This is applicable if the card set is made of paper and not intended for use in a game machine.

  • Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers.
  • Heading 4823: Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers.
  • Subheading 4823903100: Specifically for cards not punched for punchcard machines.

• 4909002000: This HS code covers printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings: Postcards. This is applicable if the card set is designed as postcards.

  • Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans.
  • Heading 4909: Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings.
  • Subheading 4909002000: Specifically for postcards.

• 4909004000: This HS code covers printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings: Other. This is applicable if the card set is designed as cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements.

  • Chapter 49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans.
  • Heading 4909: Printed or illustrated postcards; printed cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements, whether or not illustrated, with or without envelopes or trimmings.
  • Subheading 4909004000: Specifically for other cards bearing personal greetings, messages or announcements.

Regarding HS code 4823903100, please note that the cards should not be punched for punchcard machines.