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Melissa & Doug Soft Activity Book

A soft cloth activity book with crinkly pages, mirrors, and textures for sensory development in infants under 3. Classified under HTS 9503.00.0071 as a toy puzzle/activity set labeled for under-3 use, compliant with children's product regulations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9503.00.00Same rate: 12.5%

If marketed for toddlers 3+

Age labeling determines subheading; 3+ toys go to the broader 'other toys' category.

4820.10Same rate: 12.5%

If considered a printed book rather than toy

Exercise books without toy features classify in Chapter 48 as paper articles.

3926.90.99Higher: 25.3% vs 12.5%

If predominantly plastic construction without play elements

Plastic novelties not principally toys shift to Chapter 39 plastics.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Conduct phthalate testing per CPSIA; non-compliant imports face detention and recalls

• Label as '0-3 years' prominently; mismatches lead to reclassification and penalties

• Package for retail sale only; bulk shipments may classify as parts under different rules