| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9401802001 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9401790001 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9403608010 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9403999010 | Doc | 80.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9503000071 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9503000073 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8715000020 | Doc | 34.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8715000040 | Doc | 34.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8713100000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8713900060 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Booster Seat
A booster seat is a child restraint device designed to improve the safety of children who have outgrown their forward-facing car seats but are still too small to safely use an adult seat belt. It positions the child so that the vehicle's seat belt fits properly across the strongest parts of their body – the chest, hips, and thighs – rather than across the neck and face.
Material:
- Plastic Shell: Typically made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for impact absorption and structural integrity.
- Padding: Usually consists of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam covered with fabric (often polyester) for comfort and cushioning.
- Fabric Cover: Removable and washable, commonly made from polyester or a blend of polyester and other fabrics.
- Metal Buckles & Connectors: Steel or alloy for strength and durability.
- Frame: Some models incorporate a metal frame for added stability.
Purpose:
The primary purpose of a booster seat is to enhance passenger safety for children who are no longer physically suited for a traditional forward-facing car seat but haven't reached a size where the adult seat belt provides adequate protection. It bridges the gap between car seat and adult seat belt use.
Function:
- Elevates the Child: Raises the child's seating position so the vehicle’s seat belt properly fits across their body.
- Proper Seat Belt Fit: Ensures the lap belt lies low and snug across the hips and the shoulder belt crosses the center of the chest and shoulder, not the neck or face.
- Impact Distribution: Helps distribute crash forces across the stronger parts of the child's body.
- Side Impact Protection: Many booster seats include side wings or headrests designed to provide additional protection in side collisions.
Usage Scenarios:
- Vehicles with Adult Seat Belts: Used in cars, trucks, and SUVs where the child has outgrown their car seat.
- Long Car Rides: Provides a more comfortable and safer experience for children during extended travel.
- Daily Commuting: Enhances safety for everyday transportation.
- Age/Size Requirements: Utilized when a child meets the minimum age, weight, and height requirements, but hasn’t reached the size where the adult seat belt fits correctly without assistance.
Common Types:
- High-Back Booster Seats: Offer full head and side support, often with adjustable headrests. Suitable for vehicles without headrests or with low vehicle seats.
- Backless Booster Seats: Lightweight and portable, providing only a seat-elevating function. Best for vehicles with adequate head support.
- Combination Booster Seats (2-in-1): Can be used as both a forward-facing car seat with a harness and then converted to a booster seat.
- Belt-Positioning Booster Seats: Specifically designed to correctly position the vehicle's seat belt on the child's body.
- Travel Booster Seats: Portable and foldable, designed for use in taxis or ride-sharing services.
Booster seats, functioning as raised seating pads, fall under several potential classifications based on material and specific features.
- 9401802001: This HS code covers “Seats (other than those of heading 9402), whether or not convertible into beds, and parts thereof: Other seats: Of rubber or plastics: Of reinforced or laminated plastics”. If the booster seat is constructed from reinforced or laminated plastics, this code applies. The total tax rate is 55.0%, comprising a 0.0% base tariff and a 25.0% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 9401790001: This HS code covers “Seats (other than those of heading 9402), whether or not convertible into beds, and parts thereof: Other seats, with metal frames: Other Highchairs and booster seats”. If the booster seat incorporates a metal frame, this code is applicable. The total tax rate is 55.0%, consisting of a 0.0% base tariff and a 25.0% additional tariff, rising to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 9403608010: This HS code covers “Other furniture and parts thereof: Other wooden furniture: Other Play yards and other enclosures for confining children”. If the booster seat is primarily constructed of wood and functions as a confining structure for children, this code may be considered. The total tax rate is 55.0%, with a 0.0% base tariff and a 25.0% additional tariff, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
Regarding HS code 9401790001 and 9401802001, please note the need to verify the material composition (metal frame vs. rubber or plastics) for accurate classification.