9401.69.80.05 - Other seats for children 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 40% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9401.69.80.05, encompasses "Other seats for children." It broadly covers seating articles specifically designed for use by children, which do not fall under more specific classifications within heading 9401. The key determinant is the intended user and the design features that accommodate a child's size and needs. These seats are typically characterized by their size, proportions, and often safety features, distinguishing them from general-purpose adult seating.
This classification is differentiated from its siblings by its exclusionary criteria. While 9401.69.80.01 specifically addresses stationary activity centers for children, and 9401.69.80.11 covers other types of household seating for children (potentially implying a broader domestic use), 9401.69.80.05 is for all remaining children's seats that do not fit those narrower definitions. It serves as a residual category for child-specific seating.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 9401.69.80.05 relies on a thorough examination of the product's design, purpose, and intended user, ensuring it meets the criteria for a child's seat and does not align with any other more specific HTS provision. Examples might include specialized booster seats for dining not easily categorized as household, or portable seating units designed with children in mind for various activities beyond stationary play.