| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9503000090 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9503000090 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9504904000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
CARTOYS
Definition
CARTOYS, commonly understood as toy cars, are scale models of automobiles. They are a prevalent form of collectible and plaything, enjoyed by individuals of all ages.
Materials
Toy cars are manufactured using a diverse range of materials, with the most common including:
- Die-cast metal: Primarily zinc alloy, offering durability and detailed replication.
- Plastic: Including ABS, PVC, and polypropylene, used for bodies, chassis, and internal components.
- Rubber: Typically used for tires, providing traction and realistic appearance.
- Resin: Often used in highly detailed, limited-edition collectible models.
Purpose & Function
The primary purposes of CARTOYS are:
- Play: Encouraging imaginative play and role-playing, particularly among children.
- Collection: Serving as collectibles, with value often determined by rarity, condition, and historical significance.
- Display: Exhibited as decorative items, showcasing automotive design and history.
- Educational: Introducing children to different car models, brands, and automotive concepts.
Usage Scenarios
- Children's Play: Indoor and outdoor play, often involving simulated driving scenarios and racing.
- Hobbyists & Collectors: Displaying and maintaining collections, attending toy car shows and auctions.
- Automotive Enthusiasts: Replicating favorite car models and brands.
- Educational Settings: Learning tools for automotive studies.
Common Types
- Die-cast Models: The most common type, known for their durability and detail. Subcategories include:
- Hot Wheels: Popular for their vibrant designs and track systems.
- Matchbox: Historically significant, known for their realistic representations.
- Slot Cars: Powered by an electric motor, raced on specialized tracks.
- Radio Control (RC) Cars: Operated remotely using a transmitter, offering greater control and realism.
- Scale Models: Highly detailed, accurate representations of specific vehicles, often used by collectors. Common scales include 1:18, 1:24, 1:43, and 1:64.
- Pull-back Cars: Powered by a spring mechanism, activated by pulling the car backward.
- Friction Cars: Powered by friction generated from wheel movement.
- Character Cars: Based on popular movie or television characters.
- Construction Toy Cars: Integrated with building block systems (e.g., LEGO).
Historical Context
Toy cars have a long history, dating back to the early 20th century. The development of die-cast manufacturing techniques in the 1930s led to the mass production of affordable and detailed toy cars, popularizing them as a widespread plaything and collectible.
Based on the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'CARTOYS' are limited, with only the following 2 found:
- 9503000090: This HS code 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.
- 95: Chapter 95 signifies Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
- 03: Heading 03 indicates Toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof.
- 000090: This subheading specifies 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 Other.
- 9504904000: This HS code covers Video game consoles and machines, table or parlor games, including pinball machines, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling equipment, amusement machines operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by any other means of payment: Other: Other: Other.
- 95: Chapter 95 signifies Miscellaneous manufactured articles.
- 04: Heading 04 indicates Video game consoles and machines, table or parlor games, including pinball machines, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling equipment.
- 904000: This subheading specifies Game machines, other than those operated by coins, banknotes (paper currency), discs or similar articles; parts and accessories thereof Other: Other: Other.
Regarding HS code 9503000090, please note that the description includes "Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052: Other: Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons: Under 3 years of age.
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