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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4911914020 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4911912020 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4909002000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4909004000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Christmas Poster
A Christmas poster is a visual medium used to convey festive greetings, promote events, or simply celebrate the Christmas holiday. They are typically displayed during the Advent season and throughout the Christmas period, often in homes, businesses, schools, and public spaces.
Material
Christmas posters are produced using a variety of materials, including:
- Paper: The most common material, ranging from standard weight poster stock to heavier card stock for increased durability.
- Cardboard: Used for larger, more robust posters or those intended for long-term display.
- Fabric: Less common, but utilized for banners or reusable posters.
- Vinyl: Weather-resistant vinyl is used for outdoor posters.
Purpose
The primary purposes of Christmas posters are:
- Decoration: To enhance the festive atmosphere.
- Promotion: To advertise Christmas sales, events (e.g., Christmas markets, concerts), or services.
- Greeting: To convey seasonal wishes and goodwill.
- Information: To announce Christmas church services, community gatherings, or special hours.
Function
Christmas posters function as a visual communication tool, employing:
- Imagery: Depictions of traditional Christmas symbols (Santa Claus, reindeer, Christmas trees, snow), religious scenes (Nativity), or winter landscapes.
- Typography: Festive fonts and text arrangements to convey messages.
- Color: Predominantly red, green, gold, silver, and white to evoke a Christmas aesthetic.
- Design: Varying from simple, minimalist designs to complex, illustrative compositions.
Usage Scenarios
- Homes: Displayed in living rooms, hallways, or children's bedrooms.
- Businesses: Used to promote Christmas sales, offers, or special events in retail stores, restaurants, and offices.
- Schools: Created by students as part of art projects or used to announce Christmas concerts or plays.
- Public Spaces: Displayed in community centers, libraries, and town squares.
- Churches: Used to announce Christmas service times and events.
Common Types
- Traditional Posters: Featuring classic Christmas imagery like Santa Claus, reindeer, and snow scenes.
- Religious Posters: Depicting the Nativity story or other religious themes.
- Vintage Posters: Reproductions of antique Christmas advertisements or artwork.
- Modern Posters: Utilizing contemporary design styles and abstract imagery.
- Personalized Posters: Featuring family photos or custom messages.
- Event Posters: Specifically designed to promote Christmas events, such as concerts, markets, or parties.
- Motivational/Inspirational Posters: Featuring Christmas-themed quotes or messages of goodwill.
Based on the provided information, “christmas poster” can be classified under the following HS codes:
- 4911914020: Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs: Other: Pictures, designs and photographs: Printed not over 20 years at time of importation: Other: Posters. This HS code covers printed posters that are not over 20 years old at the time of import. The tax rate is a base tariff of 0.0% and an additional tariff of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 37.5%.
- 4911912020: Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs: Other: Pictures, designs and photographs: Printed not over 20 years at time of importation: Other: Lithographs on paper or paperboard: Not over 0.51 mm in thickness Posters. This HS code specifically applies to lithographic posters printed on paper or paperboard with a thickness of 0.51 mm or less. The tax rate is a base tariff of 0.0% and an additional tariff of 0.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 30.0%.
Explanation of HS Code Structure (based on provided information):
- 49: Chapter 49 covers printed books, newspapers, pictures and other printed materials.
- 11: Heading 4911 specifically covers other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs.
- 91: Subheading 491191 further specifies “Pictures, designs and photographs”.
- 4020/20: These further define the type of poster (general posters vs. lithographs) and the age/thickness of the paper.
Regarding HS code 4911914020 and 4911912020, please note the differing additional tariffs currently in effect (7.5% vs. 0.0%) and the change to 30.0% after April 2, 2025. The thickness of the paper used for the poster will determine whether 4911912020 is applicable.