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Plush Puppy Keychain

A plush puppy keychain is a small decorative item, typically featuring a stylized representation of a puppy, constructed from soft plush fabric and attached to a key ring for convenient portability.

Material

The primary material is generally a soft fabric, most commonly:

• Polyester: Durable, affordable, and readily available in a wide range of colors and textures.
• Acrylic/Synthetic Fibers: Used for finer details or to create a specific look.
• Cotton: Less common due to cost and durability concerns, but used in some handmade or higher-end versions.
• Filling: Typically polyester fiberfill to provide softness and shape. Plastic pellets may be used in the paws or body for added weight.

Purpose

The primary purpose is decorative and serves as a personal accessory. They are often used to:

• Key Identification: Attach to key rings to easily identify specific keys.
• Bag Decoration: Attach to backpacks, purses, or other bags for aesthetic appeal.
• Gift Item: Popular as small gifts, party favors, or tokens of affection.
• Collectible Item: Certain designs or limited editions can be collected.

Function

The function is largely aesthetic. They offer no practical utility beyond key/bag attachment. Some may have minor features such as:

• Sound Effects: Some feature a squeaker inside.
• Light Effects: Rare, but some may incorporate small LEDs.

Usage Scenarios

• Everyday Carry: Attached to keys, bags, or wallets for daily use.
• Gift Giving: Suitable for children, teenagers, or adults who appreciate cute accessories.
• Retail Display: Commonly sold in gift shops, toy stores, and online marketplaces.
• Promotional Items: Used as branded giveaways at events or as part of marketing campaigns.

Common Types

• Breed-Specific: Representing popular dog breeds (e.g., Golden Retriever, Labrador, Poodle, Shiba Inu).
• Cartoon/Anime-Inspired: Based on popular characters.
• Generic Puppy Designs: Simple, non-breed specific puppy shapes.
• Pom-Pom Keychains: Featuring a fluffy pom-pom tail or body.
• Character/Costume Keychains: Puppies dressed in various outfits or portraying specific characters.
• Miniature Plush Keychains: Very small, often less than 3 inches in size.
• Keychain with Accessories: Including charms, beads, or other decorative elements.

The declared goods, a plush puppy keychain, fall under several potential classifications based on material and function. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes:

• 9503000090: This HS code covers tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls’ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof. Since a keychain could be considered a small toy or accessory, this is a potential classification. The total tax rate is 30.0% (0.0% base rate + 0.0% additional tariff + 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025).
• 6307907500: This HS code covers other made up articles, including dress patterns; toys for pets, of textile materials. Given the plush nature of the puppy, and assuming it's made of textile materials, this is a strong possibility. The total tax rate is 34.3% (4.3% base rate + 0.0% additional tariff + 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025).
• 6304996040: This HS code covers other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404; not knitted or crocheted, of other textile materials; other; other. If the plush puppy keychain is considered a furnishing article and is not knitted or crocheted, this could apply. The total tax rate is 33.2% (3.2% base rate + 0.0% additional tariff + 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025).

Important Considerations:

Regarding HS code 6307907500, please note that the classification specifically includes "toys for pets, of textile materials." If the item is definitively marketed or intended as a pet toy, this HS code is highly relevant.

Regarding HS code 6304996040, the classification of "other furnishing articles" may require further clarification based on the item's intended use and construction.