| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9503000071 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9503000090 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9505906000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9505902000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926901000 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926901000 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3921904010 | Doc | 34.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3921905010 | Doc | 34.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Busy Board
A busy board is a developmental toy designed to provide children with a variety of sensory experiences and opportunities for exploration and learning through manipulation of everyday objects.
Materials
Busy boards are constructed from a base material, typically wood (plywood, MDF, solid wood) although plastic or fabric bases are also found. Attached to this base are numerous components made from a diverse range of materials including:
- Metal: Latches, locks, hinges, bells, gears.
- Wood: Beads, shapes, knobs, blocks.
- Fabric: Zippers, buttons, Velcro, laces.
- Plastic: Switches, dials, wheels, tubes.
- Rubber/Silicone: Teethers, textured surfaces.
Purpose & Function
The primary purpose of a busy board is to promote cognitive and fine motor skill development in young children, typically between 6 months and 3 years old. Specific functions include:
- Sensory Exploration: Exposing children to different textures, sounds, and visual stimuli.
- Fine Motor Skill Development: Practicing grasping, pinching, twisting, and other hand movements.
- Problem Solving: Figuring out how different components work and interact.
- Hand-Eye Coordination: Coordinating movements with visual input.
- Cause-and-Effect Learning: Understanding that actions have consequences.
- Early Independence: Allowing children to explore and learn at their own pace.
Usage Scenarios
Busy boards are designed for independent play and are suitable for a variety of settings:
- Home: As a safe and engaging activity for babies and toddlers.
- Waiting Rooms: Providing a distraction and entertainment for children during appointments.
- Playrooms/Daycares: Offering a shared learning resource for multiple children.
- Travel: Keeping children occupied during car rides or flights (portable versions are available).
Common Types
Busy boards vary significantly in complexity and design, but some common types include:
- Wall-Mounted Busy Boards: Fixed to a wall, offering a larger play area and greater durability.
- Tabletop Busy Boards: Designed to sit on a table or floor, providing a more portable option.
- Portable Busy Boards: Smaller, lightweight boards with fewer components, ideal for travel.
- Themed Busy Boards: Focusing on a specific theme, such as transportation, music, or animals.
- DIY Busy Boards: Constructed at home using repurposed materials, allowing for customization and personalization.
- Montessori Busy Boards: Emphasizing realistic, everyday objects and activities to promote practical life skills.
Busy boards are recreational toys designed to engage children through various interactive elements. They typically consist of latches, buttons, gears, and other components that promote fine motor skill development and problem-solving.
The following HS codes may be relevant, based on the provided reference material:
- 9503000071: 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 “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 tariff details are: Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30%. Total tariff: 30.0%.
- 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 Other. The tariff details are: Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30%. Total tariff: 30.0%.
- 9505906000: This HS code covers Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other. The tariff details are: Base tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30%. Total tariff: 30.0%.
HS Code Breakdown:
- 95: Chapter 95 covers Toys, games and sports equipment; parts and accessories thereof.
- 03: Heading 03 within Chapter 95 specifically 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.
- 00: This further specifies the type of toys covered.
- 000071/000090: These are more specific classifications within the heading, differentiating based on intended age (under 3 years) or other general classifications.
- 9505: Chapter 95 covers Toys, games and sports equipment; parts and accessories thereof.
- 90: Heading 90 within Chapter 95 specifically covers Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof.
- 6000: This further specifies the type of entertainment articles covered.
Important Note:
According to the provided reference material, for HS codes 9503000071 and 9503000090, the goods are classified as “Children’s productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052. Please ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards and labeling requirements for children’s products.