10 newer rulings cite the same tariff codes.
Classification can shift over time. Review the more recent rulings below before relying on this one.
The tariff classification of the i-Dog Plush Puppy from China
Issued April 21, 2009 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardN0 N056075 (April 21, 2009)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9503.00.0080
Headings: 9503
Product description
The i-Dog Plush Puppy is, as the name implies, a stuffed plush version of the i-Dog. This plush item has a small toy-grade speaker incorporated into its body which can play music stored on an iPod or MP3 player via a built-in connector cord. It does not need any batteries to operate nor does it download, record or store music. While the i-Dog Plush Puppy with its built-in speaker can be used to play music, the volume is low, could not be adjusted on the i-Dog and does not amplify the signal. In fact, in testing the i-Dog, the music was not of a high quality. Furthermore, the overwhelming value of the components was associated with the stuffed portion of the i-Dog not the speaker. When not attached to a media player, the i-Dog can be played with like any ordinary plush toy. As such, the essential character of the item will be the stuffed plush toy portion. The i-Dog Plush Puppy is principally designed for amusement and will be classified as a toy. The sample is being retained by this office for reference purposes.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the i-Dog Plush Puppy will be 9503.00.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys…dolls, other toys…puzzles of all kinds…parts and accessories thereof…Other.
Full text
N056075 April 21, 2009 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:4:424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.00.0080 Ms. Connie Rose Hasbro, Inc. 200 Narragansett Park Drive P.O. Box 200 Pawtucket, RI 02862-0200 RE: The tariff classification of the i-Dog Plush Puppy from China Dear Ms. Rose: In your letter dated March 24, 2009, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample of the i-Dog Plush Puppy has been submitted with your inquiry. The i-Dog Plush Puppy is, as the name implies, a stuffed plush version of the i-Dog. This plush item has a small toy-grade speaker incorporated into its body which can play music stored on an iPod or MP3 player via a built-in connector cord. It does not need any batteries to operate nor does it download, record or store music. While the i-Dog Plush Puppy with its built-in speaker can be used to play music, the volume is low, could not be adjusted on the i-Dog and does not amplify the signal. In fact, in testing the i-Dog, the music was not of a high quality. Furthermore, the overwhelming value of the components was associated with the stuffed portion of the i-Dog not the speaker. When not attached to a media player, the i-Dog can be played with like any ordinary plush toy. As such, the essential character of the item will be the stuffed plush toy portion. The i-Dog Plush Puppy is principally designed for amusement and will be classified as a toy. The sample is being retained by this office for reference purposes. The applicable subheading for the i-Dog Plush Puppy will be 9503.00.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys…dolls, other toys…puzzles of all kinds…parts and accessories thereof…Other.” The rate of duty will be free. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist James Forkan at 646-733-3025. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification of costumes from China.
The tariff classification of a child’s costume from China.
The tariff classification of children’s costumes from China.
The tariff classification of a child’s costume from China. Correction to Ruling Number N163299.
The tariff classification of a child’s costume from China.
The tariff classification of child’s costume from China.
Classification of the Wee Believers “My Mass Kit”NY N048904 Revoked
The tariff classification of a novelty backpack and stuffed toy from China
The tariff classification of the Magic Fabric Play Set from China
The tariff classification of three Magic Fabric items from China
Follow N056075
Get an email if this ruling is revoked or modified, or a newer ruling supersedes it.
One email per day at most. Confirm your address once, unsubscribe anytime.
Searching CBP rulings the smart way
Rulings are precedent. See which ones apply to your product: TariffLens semantically searches all 200,000+ CBP rulings and builds defensible classifications backed by ruling citations.