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Gender Reveal Confetti Cannon

A gender reveal confetti cannon is a device used to theatrically announce the sex of an unborn baby. It functions by expelling a large burst of colored confetti, typically pink for a girl and blue for a boy.

Material:

• Casing: Usually constructed from cardboard or plastic.
• Propellant: Compressed air or nitrogen is commonly used to generate the force needed to launch the confetti. Avoidance of flammable propellants is standard for safety.
• Confetti: Made from tissue paper, mylar, or biodegradable materials. The color of the confetti is pre-determined based on the baby's sex, kept secret until the reveal. Some cannons utilize a combination of pink and blue confetti that is mixed within the device and released simultaneously, requiring a separate mechanism to determine the dominant color.
• Mechanism: A sealed chamber contains the colored confetti. A trigger or release valve initiates the expulsion. Some cannons use a pre-filled cartridge, while others allow for manual filling.

Purpose:

The primary purpose is to create a visually striking and memorable moment for expecting parents, family, and friends to discover the sex of the baby together. It’s a popular element in gender reveal parties.

Function:

The cannon operates on a simple principle: pressurized gas forces the colored confetti out of the nozzle, creating a vibrant cloud. The internal mechanism ensures that the correct color is released upon activation.

Usage Scenarios:

• Gender Reveal Parties: The most common application, used as a focal point of the celebration.
• Photography/Videography: Often incorporated into professional photoshoots or videos to capture the reveal moment.
• Outdoor Events: Due to the mess created by the confetti, outdoor locations are preferred.
• Small or Large Gatherings: Cannons are available in various sizes to accommodate different event scales.

Common Types:

• Manual Cannons: Require the user to fill with pink or blue confetti. This necessitates a trusted individual to know the sex and prepare the cannon discreetly.
• Pre-filled Cannons: The color is pre-determined by the manufacturer or a designated party. These often come with a sealed cartridge for added security.
• Remote-Controlled Cannons: Activated remotely, allowing for a more dramatic and coordinated reveal.
• Confetti Cake Cannons: Integrate a smaller cannon within a cake, releasing confetti when the cake is cut.
• Dual-Color Cannons: Release both pink and blue confetti, with a mechanism to reveal the dominant color.

Safety Considerations:

• Eye Protection: Users and bystanders should wear eye protection to prevent irritation from the confetti.
• Distance: Maintain a safe distance from the cannon during activation.
• Flammability: Ensure the propellant is non-flammable.
• Environmental Impact: Consider using biodegradable confetti to minimize environmental impact.
• Local Regulations: Be aware of any local regulations regarding the use of confetti cannons.

Gender reveal confetti cannons are pyrotechnic articles designed for celebratory purposes, specifically to reveal the gender of an unborn child through the release of colored confetti.

Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided reference material:

• 3604109010: Fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles: Fireworks: Other (including Class 1.4G) Class 1.4G (Class C). This HS code covers fireworks, including those classified as Class 1.4G (Class C), which likely applies to confetti cannons due to their pyrotechnic nature.

  • 36: Chapter 36 covers fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles.
  • 04: Heading 04 specifically covers fireworks.
  • 109010: Subheading 109010 denotes "Other" fireworks, including Class 1.4G (Class C).

• 3926400010: 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. If the cannon casing is primarily plastic and considered an ornamental article, this code may be applicable.

  • 39: Chapter 39 covers articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
  • 26: Heading 26 covers other articles of plastics.
  • 400010: Subheading 400010 covers statuettes and other ornamental articles, including decorative products.

Regarding HS code 3604109010, please note that this covers fireworks and may be subject to specific regulations and safety requirements.