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Halloween Eyelashes

Halloween eyelashes are a cosmetic accessory used to enhance appearance as part of a Halloween costume or festive makeup look. They differ from everyday eyelashes in their often dramatic, elaborate, and thematic designs.

Material

• Synthetic Fibers: The most common material due to affordability and reusability. Variations include acrylic, nylon, and polyester.
• Human Hair: Less common for overtly fantastical designs, but used for more natural-looking, dramatic lashes.
• Feathers: Used for a whimsical or avian-themed look.
• Glitter/Sequins/Rhinestones: Applied to synthetic fibers for added sparkle and visual interest.
• Novelty Materials: Can include small plastic shapes, miniature lights (battery-operated), or other costume-specific elements.

Purpose

The primary purpose is decorative. They are used to:

• Enhance Costume Character: Complement or define a character's appearance (e.g., spider lashes for a spider costume, long, dramatic lashes for a vampire).
• Create a Festive Look: Add glamour or a playful element to Halloween makeup.
• Dramatic Effect: Provide a more intense eye appearance than achievable with mascara alone.

Function

Halloween eyelashes function similarly to regular false eyelashes, employing an adhesive to attach them to the natural lash line. However, Halloween lashes often feature:

• More Complex Shapes: Beyond typical strip lash styles, they can be multi-layered, segmented, or uniquely curved.
• Larger Size: Often significantly longer and fuller than everyday lashes.
• Thematic Designs: Incorporate elements relevant to Halloween or specific costumes.

Usage Scenarios

• Costume Parties: The most common application.
• Halloween Events: Trick-or-treating, haunted houses, and themed gatherings.
• Makeup Looks: Used as a focal point in Halloween-inspired makeup.
• Photo Shoots: For themed or artistic photography.

Common Types

• Strip Lashes: The most prevalent type. A single band with lashes attached, applied along the entire lash line.
• Individual Lashes: Applied individually to create a custom look or add volume to specific areas. Less common for complex Halloween designs.
• Corner Lashes: Applied to the outer corner of the eye for a winged or cat-eye effect.
• Themed Lashes:
  • Spider Lashes: Feature multiple lash segments resembling spider legs.
  • Bat Lashes: Shaped like bat wings.
  • Feather Lashes: Incorporate feathers for a whimsical look.
  • Glitter/Rhinestone Lashes: Covered in glitter or rhinestones for sparkle.
  • Light-Up Lashes: Incorporate miniature LED lights.
  • Multi-Colored Lashes: Feature vibrant colors to match a costume.
• Magnetic Lashes: Utilize magnets to attach to the lash line, offering a potentially easier application than adhesive-based lashes.

Halloween eyelashes fall under the category of cosmetic accessories used for adornment. Based on the provided reference material, the following HS codes are relevant:

• 6704110000: This HS code covers wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like, of human or animal hair or of textile materials; articles of human hair not elsewhere specified or included: Of synthetic textile materials: Complete wigs. While primarily for wigs, it includes eyelashes made of synthetic materials.

  • 67: Chapter 67 pertains to Prepared animal skins and other animal materials.
  • 04: Heading 04 specifically covers wigs, false beards, eyebrows, eyelashes, switches and the like.
  • 110000: This subheading narrows the classification to articles made of synthetic textile materials, specifically complete wigs. Since eyelashes can be considered a type of 'switch' or adornment, this code applies if the eyelashes are synthetic.

• 6704190000: This HS code covers wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like, of human or animal hair or of textile materials; articles of human hair not elsewhere specified or included: Of synthetic textile materials: Other. This is a broader category for eyelashes made of synthetic materials that don't fall under the 'complete wigs' classification.

  • 67: Chapter 67 pertains to Prepared animal skins and other animal materials.
  • 04: Heading 04 specifically covers wigs, false beards, eyebrows, eyelashes, switches and the like.
  • 190000: This subheading covers 'other' articles made of synthetic textile materials within this category.

It is important to note that both HS codes 6704110000 and 6704190000 have a tariff structure of 0.0% basic tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 37.5%. The distinction between the two codes depends on whether the eyelashes are specifically categorized as 'complete wigs' (6704110000) or fall into the 'other' category (6704190000).