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Piñata

A piñata is a container, often brightly decorated, traditionally made of papier-mâché, pottery, or cloth, that is filled with candy, toys, or other treats and broken as part of a celebration.

Material:

• Traditional: Historically, piñatas were crafted from clay pots.
• Modern: Papier-mâché is the most common material today, utilizing layers of paper and adhesive built over a frame (often a cardboard box or inflated balloon). Cloth, particularly burlap, is also used. Increasingly, plastic and cardboard are employed for mass-produced versions.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of a piñata is entertainment, particularly at celebrations like birthdays, holidays (especially Posadas in Mexico and Latin America), and other festive occasions. The act of breaking the piñata symbolizes good luck, abundance, and the joy of sharing.

Function:

A piñata is suspended from a height (tree branch, ceiling, or specially constructed frame) and participants take turns attempting to break it open with a stick or bat. The container is filled with treats which are released when broken. Often, participants are blindfolded to increase the challenge and excitement.

Usage Scenarios:

• Birthday Parties: A staple activity for children's birthday celebrations.
• Posadas: In Mexico and Latin America, piñatas are central to the Posadas tradition, a nine-day celebration leading up to Christmas. Each night represents a different stage in Mary and Joseph's search for lodging.
• Carnivals & Fiestas: Piñatas are frequently used at carnivals, festivals, and other community celebrations.
• Cultural Events: Piñatas are used to celebrate cultural heritage and traditions.
• Themed Parties: Piñatas are adapted to fit various themes (e.g., superheroes, animals, popular characters).

Common Types:

• Traditional Star-Shaped Piñatas: The classic design, often with seven points representing the seven deadly sins.
• Animal-Shaped Piñatas: Popular choices include donkeys, unicorns, dragons, and other creatures.
• Character Piñatas: Based on popular cartoon, movie, or television characters.
• Pull-String Piñatas (Pull-Down Piñatas): Instead of hitting, participants pull strings, one of which releases the contents. These are often favored for younger children.
• Mini Piñatas: Smaller versions used as party favors or table decorations.
• Custom Piñatas: Made to order with specific designs and themes.

Pinatas fall under the category of festive, carnival or other entertainment articles.

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

• 9505906000: This HS code covers festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other. This is a broad category encompassing various entertainment items.
• 9505902000: This HS code specifically covers festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof. Since a pinata is a form of entertainment, this code may be applicable.

Explanation of HS Code Structure (based on provided reference material):

• 95: Chapter 95 covers toys, games and sports equipment; miscellaneous manufactured articles.
• 05: Heading 9505 specifically covers festive, carnival or other entertainment articles.
• 90: Subheading 950590 covers festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof.
• 6000 / 2000: These further specify the type of articles within the subheading, with 906000 being a broader "Other" category and 902000 specifically for magic tricks and practical joke articles.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'pinata' are limited, with only the following 2 found.