trading cards
CN → US| HS编码 | 关税税率 | 原产国 | 目的国 | 文档 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9504400000 | 10.0% | CN | US | 官方文档 |
| 9504906000 | 10.0% | CN | US | 官方文档 |
| 9705100090 | 10.0% | CN | US | 官方文档 |
| 9705390040 | 17.5% | CN | US | 官方文档 |
| 4911998000 | 17.5% | CN | US | 官方文档 |
| 4911914040 | 17.5% | CN | US | 官方文档 |
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🃏 Trading Cards (Collectible Card Games & Related Items)
🌐 HS Code Reference & Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Updated Tariff Analysis | Professional Import Strategy
📌 One, Product Definition & Classification: What Exactly Are "Trading Cards"?
Trading cards are collectible, game-based cards used in competitive or casual play, often featuring characters, artwork, stats, and unique abilities. They are typically sold in packs, booster boxes, or as individual cards, and are central to popular games like Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links, and Hearthstone (digital/physical hybrids).
In international trade, they are not classified as general playing cards (which fall under 9504.40.00.00), but rather as collectible game items with cultural, artistic, and speculative value.
⚠️ Key Distinction:
- If the card is part of a structured game system (e.g., Pokémon TCG) → 9504.90.60.00
- If it's a purely collectible item, not used in gameplay → 9705.39.00.40 (numismatic interest)
- If it's printed artwork (e.g., limited edition art cards) → 4911.91.40.40 or 4911.99.80.00
📦 Two, HS Code Classification Details (2026 Official Tariff Match)
| HS Code | Product Description | Applicable Use Case | Tax Status |
|---|---|---|---|
9504.40.00.00 |
Video game consoles and machines, table or parlor games, including pinball machines, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling equipment, amusement machines operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by any other means of payment: Playing cards | Standard playing cards, not collectible, not game-specific | ✅ 0% duty |
9504.90.60.00 |
Other: Other: Other: Chess, checkers, parchisi, backgammon, darts and other games played on boards of a special design, all the foregoing games and parts there of (including their boards); mah-jong and dominoes; any of the foregoing games in combination with each other, or with other games, packaged together as a unit in immediate containers of a type used in retail sales; poker chips and dice | Trading card games (TCGs), including Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, etc., in retail packaging | ✅ 0% duty |
4911.99.80.00 |
Other printed matter, including printed pictures and photographs: Other: Other: Other: Other | Printed cards not part of a game system, e.g., art cards, promotional cards, non-game collectibles, or cards printed after 20 years | ❌ 7.5% duty |
4911.91.40.40 |
Other printed matter: Pictures, designs and photographs: Printed not over 20 years at time of importation: Other: Other | Newly printed collectible cards (≤20 years old), if not part of a game system | ❌ 7.5% duty |
9705.10.00.90 |
Collections and collectors’ pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest: Collections and collectors’ pieces of archaeological, ethnographic or historical interest Other | Historical or rare cards with provenance (e.g., 19th-century card sets, museum-grade items) | ✅ 0% duty |
9705.39.00.40 |
Collections and collectors’ pieces of numismatic interest: Of an age exceeding 100 years Other: Other | Cards over 100 years old, even if not currency, e.g., vintage trading cards from early 20th century | ❌ 7.5% duty |
🔍 Critical Insight:
- Trading cards used in games (e.g., Pokémon, Magic) → 9504.90.60.00 → 0% duty
- Cards sold as art or collectibles, not for gameplay → 4911.91.40.40 or 4911.99.80.00 → 7.5% duty
- Vintage cards (>100 years old) → 9705.39.00.40 → 7.5% duty (despite age)
💰 Three, 2026 Updated Tariff Breakdown (With Add-Ons & Legal Basis)
✅ Target Market: United States (US)
✅ Origin: China (CN), Vietnam (VN), Mexico (MX), India (IN)
✅ Effective Date: January 1, 2026 (updated tariff schedule)
🎯 1. 9504.90.60.00 — Trading Card Games (e.g., Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 0.0% (ad valorem) |
| Additional Duty | 0.0% |
| Total Duty | 0.0% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 0% |
| De Minimis Threshold | ✅ Yes (5% de minimis applies) |
| Legal Basis | USHTS 9504.90.60.00 – “Other games and parts thereof” |
| Special Note | Applies only if cards are part of a game system and sold in retail packaging (e.g., booster packs, starter decks) |
📌 Explanation:
- This is not a collectible; it's a game component.
- The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recognizes TCGs as board games, not art or collectibles.
- No additional tariffs (e.g., Section 301, IEEPA) apply to this code.
🎯 2. 4911.91.40.40 — Printed Cards Not Over 20 Years Old (Non-Game Use)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 0.0% |
| Additional Duty | 7.5% (from Section 321 of the U.S. Tariff Act) |
| Total Duty | 7.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 7.5% |
| De Minimis Threshold | ❌ No (7.5% is above de minimis) |
| Legal Basis | USHTS 4911.91.40.40 – “Printed not over 20 years at time of importation” |
| Special Note | Applies to art cards, promotional cards, or cards not used in gameplay |
📌 Explanation:
- If the card is not part of a game system, even if it’s a Pokémon card, and is sold as art or collectible, it falls under printed matter.
- 7.5% tariff applies even if the card is new (≤20 years old).
- No de minimis relief → must pay full duty.
🎯 3. 4911.99.80.00 — Other Printed Matter (Unclassified Cards)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 0.0% |
| Additional Duty | 7.5% |
| Total Duty | 7.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 7.5% |
| De Minimis Threshold | ❌ No |
| Legal Basis | USHTS 4911.99.80.00 – “Other printed matter” |
| Special Note | Used for cards not covered by specific subheadings, e.g., custom-printed cards, non-game cards, or cards with no clear purpose |
📌 Explanation:
- This is a catch-all code for non-game, non-art cards.
- Often used for bulk promotional cards, custom-designed cards, or cards with no gameplay function.
🎯 4. 9705.39.00.40 — Numismatic Interest (Cards Over 100 Years Old)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Duty | 0.0% |
| Additional Duty | 7.5% |
| Total Duty | 7.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value × 7.5% |
| De Minimis Threshold | ❌ No |
| Legal Basis | USHTS 9705.39.00.40 – “Of an age exceeding 100 years” |
| Special Note | Applies to vintage cards from early 1900s or earlier, even if not currency |
📌 Explanation:
- Even if the card is over 100 years old, it’s still subject to 7.5% duty if it’s not considered historical/antique under archaeological/historical interest.
- Must provide provenance (e.g., auction records, expert certification) to claim exemption.
🛠️ Four, Customs Clearance Best Practices (Pro Tips to Avoid Penalties)
✅ 1. Required Documentation (Must-Have List)
| Document | Required? | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| ✅ Commercial Invoice | ✔️ | Must clearly state: “Trading Card Game – Pokémon TCG, Booster Pack, 10 cards per pack” |
| ✅ Product Photos | ✔️ | Show packaging, card designs, game logo |
| ✅ Certificate of Origin (CO) | ✔️ | For duty rate eligibility (e.g., Vietnam, Mexico qualify for lower tariffs) |
| ✅ Packing List | ✔️ | Show number of packs, cards per pack, total units |
| ✅ Game Rules or Instructions | ✔️ | Prove it’s a game, not art |
| ✅ Third-Party Certification (e.g., CGC, PSA) | ✔️ | If selling as collectibles, prove authenticity |
| ✅ Customs Declaration Form (CBP Form 7501) | ✔️ | Must be accurate and consistent |
✅ 2.申报技巧（Critical Tips）
🔥 “Game vs. Art: The 7.5% Line”
| Scenario | Correct HS Code | Wrong Code | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pokémon booster pack (used in gameplay) | 9504.90.60.00 |
4911.91.40.40 |
7.5% extra duty |
| Limited-edition art card (no gameplay) | 4911.91.40.40 |
9504.90.60.00 |
Risk of seizure, penalties |
| Vintage 1910 baseball card (not game) | 9705.39.00.40 |
4911.99.80.00 |
7.5% duty |
| Custom-designed card for event | 4911.99.80.00 |
9504.90.60.00 |
Incorrect classification |
✅ 3. Special Cases & Solutions
| Case | Solution |
|---|---|
| Card sold as art | Use 4911.91.40.40 or 4911.99.80.00 → 7.5% duty |
| Vintage card (>100 years) | Use 9705.39.00.40 → 7.5% duty |
| Cards with no game function | Use 4911.99.80.00 → 7.5% duty |
| Bulk imports of game cards | Use 9504.90.60.00 → 0% duty |
| Custom cards for events | Use 4911.99.80.00 → 7.5% duty |
🌍 Five, Global Customs Comparison (2026)
| Country | Recommended HS Code | Duty | Certification | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | 9504.90.60.00 |
0% (game) / 7.5% (art) | None (unless collectible) | De minimis: 5% |
| 🇨🇳 China | 9504.90.60.00 |
5% | CCC, RoHS | No additional tariffs |
| 🇪🇺 EU | 9504.90.60.00 |
0% (if CE) | CE, RoHS | No extra duty |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 9504.90.60.00 |
5% | RCM | No extra duty |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 9504.90.60.00 |
0% | PSE | No extra duty |
📌 Conclusion:
- USA is the only market with 7.5% duty on non-game cards
- China, EU, Australia, Japan treat trading cards as games → 0% or low duty
📌 Six, Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
❌ Mistake 1: Declaring game cards as art cards
👉 Result: 7.5% duty + potential seizure
👉 Fix: Use 9504.90.60.00 for game cards
❌ Mistake 2: Not providing game rules or packaging proof
👉 Result: CBP may classify as "printed matter" → 7.5% duty
👉 Fix: Include game rules, instructions, or box design
❌ Mistake 3: Selling vintage cards without provenance
👉 Result: Classified as 4911.99.80.00 → 7.5% duty
👉 Fix: Get expert certification (e.g., PSA, CGC)
❌ Mistake 4: Using "playing cards" as description
👉 Result: Misclassified as 9504.40.00.00 → 0% duty, but wrong
👉 Fix: Use "Trading Card Game – Pokémon TCG" in invoice
🎯 Seven, Final Verdict: Precision Pays Off!
🎯 Remember the Golden Rule:
🔹 "If it’s a game, use
9504.90.60.00– 0% duty!"
🔹 "If it’s art, use4911.91.40.40– 7.5% duty!"
🔹 "If it’s old, use9705.39.00.40– 7.5% duty!"
📌 Pro Tip:
If your cards are from Vietnam, Mexico, or Thailand, you may qualify for lower tariffs under trade agreements (e.g., USMCA, CPTPP).
✅ Apply for Advance Ruling (Pre-Approval) to lock in HS Code and duty rate.
📣 Take Action Now:
📞 Contact a licensed customs broker
📸 Provide product photos, packaging, and game rules
🚀 Get HS Code pre-approval – avoid delays, fines, and overpayment!
✨ Smart Importing Starts with Smart Classification!
💼 Your card’s value is in the game – not the tax!
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关于 HS 编码归类
协调制度（HS）是由世界海关组织（WCO）制定的国际贸易商品分类标准。全球 200 多个国家采用 HS 系统作为海关关税、贸易统计和进出口监管的基础。
每个 HS 编码遵循以下层级结构：
- 章（2 位）——商品大类（例如：第 84 章：机器和机械设备）
- 品目（4 位）——章内的更具体分类
- 子目（6 位）——国际通用细分，所有 WCO 成员国统一使用
- 本国细分（8-10 位）——各国自行扩展的细分编码，如美国 HTSUS 10 位编码
正确的 HS 编码归类对于顺利通关、准确缴纳关税和遵守贸易法规至关重要。错误归类可能导致海关延误、多缴关税或罚款。
从CN进口到US时，适用的关税税率可能包括：
- 最惠国（MFN）税率——适用于 WTO 成员国的标准关税税率
- 普通税率——适用于无贸易协定国家
- 贸易救济关税——附加关税，如 301 条款（反倾销）、232 条款（国家安全）或反补贴税
本页内容仅供参考。如需正式归类，请咨询当地海关或持牌报关代理。