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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of tailors' dummies, lay figures, automatons & animated shop displays (SITC 89988) totaled $4.3M in April 2026, traded with 32 countries.
Importers of Tailors' Dummies, Lay Figures, Automatons & Animated Shop Displays paid $584K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 19% on $3.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMannequins, dress forms, and animated display fixtures used in retail visual merchandising fall under this heading, covering everything from static tailors' dummies to motorized window-display automatons. The retail and fashion industries rely on these articles for in-store presentation, and their classification can be complicated when electronic or mechanical animation components are integrated into the display unit. Material composition — fiberglass, foam, wire, or mixed materials — and the presence of motorized elements are the primary factors that customs examiners consider when verifying classification.
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When a display unit incorporates significant motorized or electronic animation — such as rotating platforms or programmed movement — customs authorities may consider whether the article is more properly classified as a machine or apparatus rather than a display fixture. The intended use for shop-window dressing is the primary classification anchor, but importers of complex animated units should review the classification carefully with a licensed customs broker.
Imported mannequins must bear country-of-origin marking in accordance with standard US Customs and Border Protection requirements. There are no product-specific labeling mandates beyond standard origin marking, but importers should confirm that any electronic components embedded in animated displays comply with applicable FCC or safety standards.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $2.0M | $6K | -$2.0M |
| MEXICO | $1.1M | $84K | -$966K |
| CANADA | $176K | $214K | +$38K |
| ITALY | $227K | $10K | -$217K |
| PHILIPPINES | $179K | $34K | -$144K |
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