Silly Putty
Silly Putty is a bouncy, stretchable modelling paste in egg-shaped containers, a classic children's toy. It falls under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a modelling paste for amusement, with its silicone polymer base providing unique play properties.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as a stress-relief product for adults
Adult stress-relief putties may be classified as other preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is packaged as a toy for children's amusement
• Ensure the silicone composition does not contain restricted substances
• Provide a clear product description to CBSA to avoid classification as a dental or industrial putty
Related Products under Tariff item 3407.00.10
Crayola Air-Dry Clay
Crayola Air-Dry Clay is a soft, pliable modelling paste that air-hardens without baking, designed for children's creative sculpting. It falls under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a modelling paste put up for children's amusement, as it is not a dental preparation and contains no soap or surface-active agents.
Das Modeling Clay
Das Modeling Clay is an air-hardening, fibrous paste used for school projects and sculptures, drying firm without firing. It qualifies under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a modelling paste for children's amusement, given its retail packaging and intended use in educational settings.
Das Modeling Material
Das Modeling Material is an air-hardening, paper-based modelling paste for children's school art projects, sold in retail blocks. It is classifiable under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a modelling paste for amusement, being lightweight and paintable when dry.
Eco-Dough Natural Modeling Paste
Eco-Dough Natural Modeling Paste is a plant-based, biodegradable compound for children's moulding play, free of artificial colours. It is classifiable under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a modelling paste for amusement, meeting the chapter's exclusions for soap and chemically defined compounds.
Fimo Soft Polymer Clay
Fimo Soft Polymer Clay is a colourful modelling paste that bakes to a durable plastic, used for children's jewellery and figurine making. It falls under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a modelling paste for amusement, as it is not a dental preparation and contains no soap.
Floam Sensory Putty
Floam Sensory Putty is a modelling paste embedded with tiny foam beads for therapeutic sensory play. It falls under tariff item 3407.10.00 as a children's amusement paste in therapy kits, providing tactile stimulation.