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U.S. imports of non-vitrifiable transfers (decalcomanias) (HS 490890) totaled $8.4M in April 2026, traded with 34 countries.
Importers of Non-Vitrifiable Transfers (Decalcomanias) paid $504K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $4.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNon-vitrifiable decalcomanias — pressure-sensitive, water-slide, and heat-transfer graphics that adhere without kiln firing — serve a broad range of end uses including automotive decoration, promotional products, hobby and craft applications, and consumer packaging. Mexico leads US imports under this heading, followed by China and Japan, a supplier profile that reflects both nearshore manufacturing for the US automotive and promotional sectors and Asian production for consumer goods. Unlike their vitrifiable counterparts, these transfers are applied at ambient or moderate temperatures, making them suitable for substrates such as plastics, metals, and painted surfaces that cannot withstand ceramic firing temperatures.
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Each type must be classified separately: vitrifiable decals under 4908100000 and non-vitrifiable decals under 4908900000. Mixed shipments should be invoiced and packed in a way that clearly identifies the quantity and value of each type, as commingling without separate documentation can complicate CBP classification and may result in the entire shipment being assessed at the higher-duty rate if the types cannot be distinguished.
When non-vitrifiable decals are imported as components intended for use in children's products, they may be subject to CPSC regulations governing children's product safety, including limits on lead content in surface coatings. Importers should obtain test reports from accredited laboratories confirming compliance with applicable CPSC standards (such as ASTM F963 for toy safety) and be prepared to present Children's Product Certificates at CBP request.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4908900000 | TRANSFERS (DECALOMANIAS), NESOI | $8.4M | 10.90% | $504K |
TRANSFERS (DECALOMANIAS), NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4908900000 | TRANSFERS (DECALOMANIAS), NESOI | $5.2M |
TRANSFERS (DECALOMANIAS), NESOI
194.5K kg
PRINTED BOOKS, BROCHURES, ETC., NESOI
HS 490199
PRINTED MATTER, NESOI
HS 491199
PICTURES, DESIGNS AND PHOTOGRAPHS, PRINTED
HS 491191
CHILDREN'S PICTURE, DRAWING OR COLORING BOOKS
HS 490300
TRADE ADVERTISING MATERIAL, COMMERCIAL CATALOG ETC
HS 491110
PRINTED OR ILLUST POST CARDS, GREETING CARDS, ETC.
HS 490900
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $1.4M | $764K | -$603K |
| Michigan | $1.6M | $549K | -$1.0M |
| North Carolina | $1.1M | $75K | -$984K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $1.3M | $728K | -$573K |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $1.5M | $408K | -$1.1M |
| CLEVELAND, OH | $868K | $227K | -$641K |