The tariff classification of Backyard Safari Mini Pop-Up Habitat from China
Issued April 12, 2011 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9503.00.0083
Headings: 9503
Product description
A photograph of the Backyard Safari Mini Pop-Up Habitat was submitted with your inquiry. The item opens into a mini habitat that measures 8” high or compresses for easy carrying. It features a lid with a zipper closure and a plastic loop for hanging on a utility vest, belt or backpack. The habitat may be used to safely carry insects or other wildlife. The Pop-Up Habitat is designed for the amusement of children ages 5 years and older.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Backyard Safari Mini Pop-Up Habitat will be 9503.00.0083, 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: labeled for use by persons 3 to 12 years of age.
Full text
N157984 April 12, 2011 CLA-2-95:OT:RR:NC:N4:424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.00.0083 Ms. Wendy Sudsinsunthorn Summit Products, LLC 2160 Highland Ave. South Birmingham, AL 35205 RE: The tariff classification of Backyard Safari Mini Pop-Up Habitat from China Dear Ms. Sudsinsunthorn: In your letter submitted March 31, 2011, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A photograph of the Backyard Safari Mini Pop-Up Habitat was submitted with your inquiry. The item opens into a mini habitat that measures 8” high or compresses for easy carrying. It features a lid with a zipper closure and a plastic loop for hanging on a utility vest, belt or backpack. The habitat may be used to safely carry insects or other wildlife. The Pop-Up Habitat is designed for the amusement of children ages 5 years and older. The applicable subheading for the Backyard Safari Mini Pop-Up Habitat will be 9503.00.0083, 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: labeled for use by persons 3 to 12 years of age.” 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
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