Play-Doh Modeling Compound from Japan
Play-Doh is a non-toxic, colorful modeling paste designed for children's creative play, allowing them to mold, shape, and sculpt figures. It falls under HTS 3407.00.20.00 as a modeling paste put up specifically for children's amusement, meeting the chapter's criteria for pliable, water-soluble preparations used in artistic molding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify non-toxicity certifications like ASTM D-4236 and CPSIA compliance for children's products to avoid CBP holds
• Include detailed ingredient lists and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in documentation, as modeling pastes may trigger chemical reviews
• Avoid misclassification as toys under Chapter 95 by emphasizing the paste form and pliable nature in entry descriptions