Find HS Code and trade information for paper doilies

Paper Doilies

Paper doilies are thin, decorative sheets typically made from paper, though plastic versions exist. They are primarily used as protective or decorative underlays for items such as plates, bowls, and glassware.

Material:

• Paper: The most common material, often bleached white for a clean aesthetic. Various weights of paper are used, with lighter weights for delicate decoration and heavier weights for more substantial protection.
• Plastic: Plastic doilies offer greater durability and resistance to moisture, making them suitable for outdoor use or situations where repeated use is desired.

Purpose:

• Protection: Doilies prevent spills and stains from directly contacting surfaces like tables, countertops, and shelves.
• Decoration: Their intricate designs add a decorative element to table settings, displays, and crafts.
• Food Presentation: Used under baked goods or other food items to enhance visual appeal and absorb moisture.

Function:

Doilies function by providing a barrier between objects and surfaces. They are easily disposable (paper versions) or reusable (plastic versions). Their patterned designs can also serve to highlight the items placed upon them.

Usage Scenarios:

• Dining: Under plates, bowls, or serving dishes to protect furniture and enhance table presentation.
• Baking/Dessert Displays: Under cakes, cookies, or pastries to absorb moisture and create an attractive display.
• Crafts: Used in various craft projects, such as paper cutting, decoupage, or as embellishments.
• Retail Displays: Under merchandise to protect surfaces and add a decorative touch.
• Parties & Events: For buffet tables, serving stations, or as decorative accents.

Common Types:

• Lace Doilies: Feature intricate, delicate lace patterns, often used for formal occasions.
• Solid Doilies: Simple, unpatterned doilies, commonly used for everyday protection.
• Printed Doilies: Feature printed designs, such as floral motifs or seasonal themes.
• Round Doilies: The most common shape, suitable for a variety of applications.
• Square Doilies: Often used under square plates or bowls.
• Oval Doilies: Used under oval dishes or for specific decorative purposes.
• Plastic Doilies: Durable and reusable, often used for outdoor events or repeated use.

Paper doilies are typically decorative paper items used for presentation or protection, often found in household settings. They are made from paper pulp, paper, or cellulose wadding.

The following HS codes may be relevant:

• 4823901000: This 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: Of paper pulp”. This is a broad category encompassing various paper articles, including those cut to specific shapes. The base tariff is 0.0%, with an additional tariff of 25.0% and 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 55.0%.
• 4823903100: This code specifically 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”. While primarily for punchcard machines, it falls under the broader category of shaped paper articles. The tariff structure is identical to 4823901000: 0.0% base tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% after April 2, 2025, totaling 55.0%.
• 4818900080: This code covers “Toilet paper and similar paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers, of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, in rolls of a width not exceeding 36 cm, or cut to size or shape; handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, towels, tablecloths, table napkins, bed sheets and similar household, sanitary or hospital articles, articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers: Other Other”. As paper doilies are used in household settings, this code may be applicable. The tariff is 0.0% base, 7.5% additional, and 30.0% after April 2, 2025, for a total of 37.5%.