Find HS Code and trade information for MINISTUFFEDANIMALSTOY

Ministuffed Animal Toy

Ministuffed Animal Toys represent a category of plush toys characterized by their small size and detailed design, often intended as collectibles or for miniature play scenarios.

Material

These toys are commonly constructed from:

• Plush Fabric: Typically polyester fibers (often referred to as “plush”) providing a soft texture. Variations include short-pile, long-pile, and velour.
• Filling: Polyester fiberfill is the most prevalent filling material due to its affordability, hypoallergenic properties, and washability. Other materials, like cotton or plastic pellets (for weighted toys), are sometimes used.
• Internal Structure: A lightweight plastic or wire frame may be incorporated to maintain shape and allow for posing.
• Details: Eyes, noses, and other features are often made of plastic, resin, or embroidered fabric.

Purpose

• Collectibility: Many ministuffed animals are designed as limited editions or part of themed series, appealing to collectors.
• Play: Their small size makes them suitable for imaginative play, particularly in dollhouses or miniature worlds.
• Display: Frequently used as decorative items on shelves, desks, or in display cases.
• Gifting: Popular as small gifts, party favors, or stocking stuffers.

Function

• Companionship: Provide a sense of comfort and emotional support, especially for children.
• Imaginative Play: Encourage storytelling and role-playing.
• Decorative: Add visual interest to living spaces.

Usage Scenarios

• Children's Playrooms: As part of larger toy collections or play sets.
• Dollhouses & Miniature Scenes: To populate and enhance miniature environments.
• Collectors' Displays: Arranged in cases or on shelves as a showcase of themed collections.
• Travel Companions: Their small size makes them easy to transport.
• Party Favors & Gifts: As small tokens of appreciation or celebratory items.

Common Types

• Blind Box/Mystery Miniatures: Sold in sealed packages, adding an element of surprise to collecting.
• Character-Based: Representing popular cartoon, movie, or book characters.
• Animal-Specific: Realistic or stylized representations of various animals (bears, cats, dogs, etc.).
• Fantasy Creatures: Unicorns, dragons, and other mythical beings.
• Food-Themed: Miniature plush versions of fruits, vegetables, or desserts.
• Seasonal/Holiday-Themed: Designed for specific holidays like Christmas, Easter, or Halloween.
• Weighted Plush: Filled with plastic pellets to provide a comforting weight.
• DIY Kits: Allowing users to create their own ministuffed animals.

The declared goods, “MINISTUFFEDANIMALSTOY”, fall under the category of toys. Specifically, they are categorized as dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof.

The following HS codes are relevant:

• 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. The first two digits, '95', indicate Chapter 95, which covers Toys, games and sports equipment. '03' denotes Heading 03, specifically covering toys, games and sports equipment; parts and accessories thereof. '000090' further specifies other toys within this category. The applicable tax rate is 30.0%.
• 9503000071: This HS code also 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, but specifically for “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. The applicable tax rate is 30.0%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'MINISTUFFEDANIMALSTOY' are limited, with only the following 2 found.

Please note that both HS codes have a total tax rate of 30.0%. If the stuffed animal toy is determined to be a “Childrenʼs productˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 and intended for use by persons under 3 years of age, HS code 9503000071 should be used.