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Sensory Mat Toy

A sensory mat toy is a play surface designed to stimulate a baby's senses through various textures, colors, sounds, and activities. These mats typically serve as a foundational tool for early development, encouraging exploration and learning.

Material:

• Fabric: Common fabrics include cotton, polyester, and fleece, often chosen for softness and washability.
• Padding: Mats are usually padded with foam or batting to provide a comfortable surface for babies.
• Plastic/Silicone: Used for attached toys, crinkly elements, or textured components. BPA-free materials are standard for safety.
• Electronics (Optional): Some mats incorporate electronic components for sounds, lights, or music.

Purpose & Function:

• Sensory Stimulation: The primary function is to engage a baby’s senses – touch, sight, hearing, and sometimes smell (through crinkly sounds or attached scented elements).
• Motor Skill Development: Encourages reaching, grasping, kicking, and tummy time, promoting gross motor skills.
• Cognitive Development: Introduces concepts like cause and effect (e.g., pressing a button triggers a sound), color recognition, and object identification.
• Hand-Eye Coordination: Reaching for and interacting with hanging toys improves coordination.
• Social-Emotional Development: Provides a safe and stimulating environment for exploration and self-discovery.

Usage Scenarios:

• Tummy Time: A key tool for encouraging tummy time, helping babies develop neck and upper body strength.
• Back Play: Provides a comfortable surface for babies to lie on their backs and interact with toys.
• Sitting Play: As babies gain more control, they can sit and play on the mat.
• Early Exploration: Offers a safe space for babies to explore different textures and sounds.

Common Types:

• Gym Mats with Arches: Feature arches with hanging toys that babies can reach for and bat. These are common for newborns and infants.
• Crinkle Mats: Incorporate crinkly fabric or elements to stimulate auditory senses.
• Water Mats: Filled with water, these mats provide a unique tactile experience and visual stimulation.
• Musical Mats: Play music or sounds when touched or activated.
• Textured Mats: Feature a variety of textures to engage tactile senses.
• Interactive Mats: Include buttons, mirrors, or other interactive elements.
• High Contrast Mats: Designed with bold, contrasting colors to stimulate visual development in newborns.

Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant to “sensory mat toy”:

• 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 basic customs duty is 0.0%, the additional tariff is 0.0%, and the tariff after April 2, 2025, is 30.0%. The total tariff rate is 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 basic customs duty is 0.0%, the additional tariff is 0.0%, and the tariff after April 2, 2025, is 30.0%. The total tariff rate is 30.0%.

Regarding HS codes 9503000071 and 9503000090, please note that these are categorized as “Children’s products” as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052. Importers should ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards and labeling requirements for children’s products.