U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
9503.00.0073
$986.2M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
10 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data, CourtListener (CIT/CAFC) · As of 2026-05-06 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of a stuffed “Emmet” pillow from China
N265537 June 23, 2015 CLA-2-95:OT:RR:NC:N4:424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.00.0073 Ms. Suzanne Lagay Kay Franco Manufacturing Co., Inc. 555 Prospect St. Metuchen, NJ 08840 RE: The tariff classification of a stuffed “Emmet” pillow from China Dear Ms. Kay: In your letter dated June 4, 2015, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample of the “Lego” character, Emmet, was submitted with your inquiry. The item is a plush three-dimensional pillow, complete with arms and legs, made to resemble the character “Emmet” from “The Lego Movie.” It measures approximately 19” (H) x 12” (W) and is constructed from 100% polyester fiber fabric and filling. The item is principally designed for the amusement of children three to twelve years of age. The applicable subheading for the Emmet pillow will be 9503.00.0073, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys…dolls, other toys…puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof… ‘Children’s products’ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052: Other: Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons: 3 to 12 years of age.” The rate of duty will be Free. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. Importations of this product may be subject to the provisions of Section 133 of the Customs Regulations if they copy or simulate a registered trademark, trade name or copyright recorded with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. If you are an authorized importer of the product we recommend notifying your local CBP office prior to importation. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist James Forkan at james.p.forkan@cbp.dhs.gov. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Director National Commodity Specialist Division