Find HS Code and trade information for sandbox set

Sandbox Set

A sandbox set is a collection of toys, typically designed for children, intended for play in a sand-filled enclosure – a sandbox. These sets encourage open-ended, creative play and development of fine motor skills.

Material

Traditionally, sandbox sets are constructed from plastic, offering durability and resistance to the elements. Common plastic types include polypropylene and polyethylene. Wood is also used, often cedar or redwood due to their natural resistance to rot and insects, though these require more maintenance. More recently, sets incorporating recycled plastic are becoming available. Individual components, such as buckets and shovels, are almost exclusively plastic. Sand itself is typically composed of silica, though play sand specifically for children is washed and screened to remove sharp edges and dust.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a sandbox set is to provide a dedicated space and tools for children to engage in imaginative play. They foster creativity, social interaction (when shared), and physical development.

Function

Sandbox sets function by allowing children to manipulate sand using provided tools and their own hands. This can involve:

• Building: Constructing castles, towers, roads, and other structures.
• Digging: Excavating tunnels and moats.
• Pouring & Measuring: Using buckets and containers to transfer and quantify sand.
• Imaginative Role-Play: Creating scenarios and stories involving the sand and its structures.
• Sensory Exploration: Experiencing the tactile qualities of sand.

Usage Scenarios

• Residential Backyards: The most common location, providing a contained play area for children.
• Playgrounds: Public playgrounds often feature larger, communal sandboxes.
• Daycare Centers & Preschools: Used for supervised play and educational activities.
• Beach Play: Portable sandbox sets can be used to enhance sand play at the beach.

Common Types

• Traditional Sandbox with Sides: A rectangular or square enclosure with raised sides, typically made of wood or plastic. These can be fixed or disassembled.
• Sandbox with Cover: Includes a cover to protect the sand from the elements and animals when not in use. Covers may be tarpaulin, plastic lids, or slatted wood.
• Sandbox with Built-in Seating: Features integrated benches or seats around the perimeter.
• Themed Sandboxes: Designed with specific themes, such as pirate ships, castles, or farms, often including molded plastic features.
• Water and Sand Table: A raised table with a container for both sand and water play, often with accessories.
• Portable Sandbox: Smaller, often inflatable or foldable sandboxes suitable for travel or limited space.
• Digging Sets: Consist of buckets, shovels, rakes, molds, and other tools without an enclosure; intended for use in existing sandboxes or at the beach.

Sandbox sets fall under the category of toys, specifically wheeled toys, dolls, and recreational models. Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 9503000071: 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. This HS code covers “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052, specifically those labeled or determined by the importer as intended for use by persons under 3 years of age.

  • 95: Chapter 95 – Toys, games and sports requisites; miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • 03: Heading 03 – Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys.
  • 000071: Subheading 000071 – Other: Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons under 3 years of age.

• 9503000073: 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. This HS code also covers “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052, but for those labeled or determined by the importer as intended for use by persons 3 to 12 years of age.

  • 95: Chapter 95 – Toys, games and sports requisites; miscellaneous manufactured articles.
  • 03: Heading 03 – Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys.
  • 000073: Subheading 000073 – Other: Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons 3 to 12 years of age.

Regarding HS codes 9503000071 and 9503000073, please note that the applicable tariff is a base rate of 0.0%, with an additional tariff of 0.0% currently, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025. The importer must determine the intended age group for the sandbox set to select the correct HS code.