Soft Rubber Sensory Ball for Infants from Germany
An inflatable rubber ball with textured surfaces for tactile stimulation, sized and softened for safe handling by babies under 3 years. Classified in HTS 9503.00.00.11 due to its labeling as a toy ball for young children and compliance with U.S. safety regulations for infants. Promotes motor skill development through gentle play.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct third-party testing for heavy metals and phthalates specific to rubber toys for under-3s and keep records for 5 years
• Use durable, non-fade labeling on packaging stating age grading to match HTS declaration
• Beware of bulk shipments misdeclared as sports equipment; emphasize toy intent in documentation