9902.15.84 - Electromechanical pet toys, each with a plastic butterfly attached to a wire cable that revolves around a plastic base when in use, such toy designed to simulate the flying motion of a butterfly (provided for in subheading 8479.89.94)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS code, 9902.15.84, specifically covers electromechanical pet toys designed to simulate the natural flight of a butterfly. The defining characteristic of these toys is their construction: a plastic butterfly attached to a wire cable that rotates around a plastic base, powered by an internal mechanism. This description emphasizes the animating feature, which recreates a lifelike fluttering motion for the entertainment of pets.
As a temporary classification under Chapter 99, this code is distinct from the permanent HTS classifications found in the earlier chapters. For instance, it does not pertain to live animals (Chapters 01), which are living creatures, nor does it fall under classifications for general toy manufacturing or electrical goods that lack the specific simulated flight mechanism for pets. Its purpose is temporary, likely related to specific trade policies or import regulations.
Since 9902.15.84 is a leaf node, it represents a highly specific classification with no further subdivisions. This means that any item meeting the precise physical and functional criteria outlined in the description – an electromechanical pet toy with a revolving plastic butterfly on a wire cable simulating flight – will be classified under this single code. The "provided for in subheading 8479.89.94" note indicates its underlying permanent classification for reference, but the primary classification for this specific temporary provision is 9902.15.84.