Heading 9503

HTS code 9503 — Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof

Chapter
95 — Toys, games and sports equipment
Tariff lines
5
General duty
Duty-free under the general rate

Tariff lines under heading 9503

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS codeDescriptionGeneral rateUnit
9503.00.0011Under 3 years of age (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof > “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 > Inflatable toy balls, balloons and punchballs, of rubber > Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons)FreeNo.
9503.00.00133 to 12 years of age (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof > “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 > Inflatable toy balls, balloons and punchballs, of rubber > Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons)FreeNo.
9503.00.0071Under 3 years of age (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof > “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 > Other > Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons)FreeNo.
9503.00.00733 to 12 years of age (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof > “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 > Other > Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons)FreeNo.
9503.00.0090Other (Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof)FreeNo.

Documents required to import under 9503

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

  • CPSC Certificate of Compliance (Form 356)Conditional

    Required for consumer products subject to a CPSC safety rule (e.g. toys, furniture, children's items)

    Children's products also require third-party CPC testing; filed via ACE

Common questions

What is HTS code 9503?
HTS heading 9503 covers tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof. It sits in Chapter 95 (toys, games and sports equipment) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 5 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 9503?
Duty-free under the general rate. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?
US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 9503 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Related headings in Chapter 95