Find HS Code and trade information for decorations

Decorations

Decorations encompass a broad category of objects used to enhance the aesthetic appearance of spaces, items, or people. They serve primarily a visual or symbolic purpose, rather than a functional one, although some decorations may have minor practical applications.

Materials

Decorations are crafted from a diverse range of materials, including:

• Natural Materials: Wood, flowers, leaves, stones, shells, feathers, cotton, linen, wool.
• Metals: Gold, silver, brass, iron, aluminum, steel, copper.
• Glass: Blown glass, stained glass, cut glass, beads.
• Plastics: Acrylic, PVC, polystyrene, polypropylene.
• Fabrics: Silk, velvet, cotton, polyester, lace.
• Paper & Cardboard: Origami, paper lanterns, cutouts.
• Ceramics & Pottery: Porcelain, terracotta, earthenware.
• Other: Beads, sequins, crystals, gemstones, paint, clay, wax, and increasingly, recycled materials.

Purpose

The primary purposes of decorations include:

• Aesthetic Enhancement: Improving the visual appeal of a space or object.
• Celebration & Commemoration: Marking special occasions (holidays, birthdays, weddings, etc.).
• Personal Expression: Reflecting the tastes, interests, and personality of the decorator.
• Creating Atmosphere: Setting a specific mood or ambiance (e.g., romantic, festive, tranquil).
• Symbolic Meaning: Representing beliefs, traditions, or cultural values.
• Seasonal Changes: Reflecting the time of year or current events.

Function

While largely non-functional, decorations can sometimes serve minor practical roles:

• Lighting: Candles, fairy lights, lanterns provide illumination.
• Fragrance: Scented candles, potpourri, flowers offer pleasant aromas.
• Space Partitioning: Screens, curtains, or hanging decorations can define areas.
• Sound Absorption: Textiles like tapestries can reduce echo.

Usage Scenarios

Decorations are used in a wide variety of settings:

• Homes: Interior design, seasonal displays, personal collections.
• Events: Parties, weddings, festivals, corporate gatherings.
• Retail Spaces: Window displays, product presentation, creating a shopping atmosphere.
• Public Spaces: Museums, galleries, parks, streets.
• Religious Ceremonies: Altars, shrines, temples.
• Personal Adornment: Jewelry, clothing embellishments, body art.

Common Types

The range of decoration types is extensive. Some common examples include:

• Floral Arrangements: Bouquets, centerpieces, wreaths, garlands.
• Lighting: Candles, lanterns, fairy lights, chandeliers.
• Textiles: Curtains, rugs, tapestries, cushions, throws.
• Wall Art: Paintings, prints, photographs, sculptures, mirrors.
• Sculptures & Figurines: Statues, ornaments, collectibles.
• Seasonal Decorations: Christmas trees, Halloween pumpkins, Easter eggs.
• Holiday Decorations: Specific to various cultural celebrations.
• Table Settings: Centerpieces, placemats, napkins, glassware.
• Ornaments: Small decorative items, often hung on trees or displayed in collections.
• Banners & Flags: Used for celebrations or to display messages.
• Balloons: Frequently used for parties and celebrations.
• Potpourri & Scented Items: Used for fragrance and visual appeal.
• Beads & Sequins: Used for embellishment and crafting.

Based on the provided information, the term "decorations" can encompass a variety of goods. Here's a breakdown of potentially relevant HS codes:

• 9505101000: This code covers Articles for Christmas festivities and parts and accessories thereof: Christmas ornaments: Of glass. This applies specifically to glass Christmas ornaments. The first two digits (95) indicate goods related to festive, carnival, or other entertainment articles. The next four digits (0510) specify articles for Christmas festivities, further broken down to glass ornaments.
• 9505104010: This code covers Articles for Christmas festivities and parts and accessories thereof: Other: Of plastics Artificial Christmas trees. This applies to plastic artificial Christmas trees. The first two digits (95) indicate goods related to festive, carnival, or other entertainment articles. The next four digits (0510) specify articles for Christmas festivities, further broken down to other articles, specifically artificial Christmas trees made of plastics.
• 3926400010: This code covers Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Statuettes and other ornamental articles Bows and similar products for decorative purposes including gift-packaging and the like. This applies to ornamental articles made of plastics, including statuettes and decorative bows. The first two digits (39) indicate plastics. The next four digits (2640) specify other articles, including ornamental articles.
• 9601908000: This code covers Worked ivory, bone, tortoise-shell, horn, antlers, coral, mother-of-pearl and other animal carving material, and articles of these materials (including articles obtained by molding): Other: Other. This applies to decorations made from animal carving materials. The first two digits (96) indicate miscellaneous manufactured articles. The next four digits (0190) specify worked ivory, bone, etc.

Regarding HS code 3926400010, please note that the goods are specifically ornamental articles made of plastics.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'decorations' are limited, with only the following 4 found.