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 two light-up toys from China
Issued August 5, 2011 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardN1 N175920 (August 5, 2011)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9503.00.0073
Headings: 9503
Product description
The first item, # 97010, is identified as a Spinning Light-Up Bat Stick that measures approximately 16” long. The black plastic handle is 6” long and is topped with a clear dome containing a multi color light-up spinner. Attached to the spinner is a sparkly rod printed with black bats and is topped with a plastic light-up bat. When the button on the handle is pressed the multi color lights in the bat’s wings and in the spinner are activated. The second item, # 97011, is called a Light-Up Skull Saber and measures about 29” long. The item consists of a semi-transparent saber that sits atop a plastic skull and is attached to a black handle that measures about 5” long. On the bottom of the handle is a clear plastic dome. When the button on the handle is pressed it activates the multi color lights in the saber, skull and dome. The colors change each time the button is pressed. The foregoing items are battery operated.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Spinning Light-Up Bat Stick and the Light-Up Skull Saber will be 9503.00.0073, 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… ‘Children’s products’ as defined in 15 U.
Full text
N175920 August 5, 2011 CLA-2-95:OT:RR:NC:N4:424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.00.0073 Ms. Irene Tsiavos Fun World 80 Voice Road Carle Place, NY 11514 RE: The tariff classification of two light-up toys from China Dear Ms. Tsiavos: In your letter dated July 15, 2011 you requested a tariff classification. Samples of the two light-up toys were received with your inquiry. The first item, # 97010, is identified as a Spinning Light-Up Bat Stick that measures approximately 16” long. The black plastic handle is 6” long and is topped with a clear dome containing a multi color light-up spinner. Attached to the spinner is a sparkly rod printed with black bats and is topped with a plastic light-up bat. When the button on the handle is pressed the multi color lights in the bat’s wings and in the spinner are activated. The second item, # 97011, is called a Light-Up Skull Saber and measures about 29” long. The item consists of a semi-transparent saber that sits atop a plastic skull and is attached to a black handle that measures about 5” long. On the bottom of the handle is a clear plastic dome. When the button on the handle is pressed it activates the multi color lights in the saber, skull and dome. The colors change each time the button is pressed. The foregoing items are battery operated. The applicable subheading for the Spinning Light-Up Bat Stick and the Light-Up Skull Saber will be 9503.00.0073, 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… ‘Children’s products’ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052: Other: Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use 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
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification of “Squishy Cloud Buddies” from China
The tariff classification of a “Disney Princess Set” from China
The tariff classification of a children’s plush ladybug stuffed toy from China
The tariff classification of the “Disney Princess Style Collection Glam Jewelry Tower,” children’s toy from China
The tariff classification of the “Razzle Dazzle” children’s craft kit from China
The tariff classification of the “Stitch-It” cross-stitch children’s craft kit from China
The tariff classification of various children’s puzzle books from China
The tariff classification of the “Tote-Ily Teenies” toys from China.
The tariff classification of a stuffed Hot Wheels® tire and stuffed Thomas and Friends™ character from China
The tariff classification of Sticker by Number books from China
Follow N175920
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.