US import duty on baby & kids
Baby gear splits across the tariff schedule: strollers carry a clean 4.4% under HTS 8715, while baby toys are Free, baby books are Free, and baby clothing follows the apparel rates. Pick the category that matches what's actually in the box.
Baby duty rates at a glance
| Item | HTS code | General rate |
|---|---|---|
| Stroller or pram | 8715.00.00 | 4.4% |
| Stroller parts & accessories | 8715.00.00 | 4.4% |
| Baby toys & rattles | 9503.00.00 | Free |
| Children's picture books | 4903.00.00 | Free |
Key facts
- Strollers & parts (HTS 8715.00): 4.4%
- Baby toys → Toys category (HTS 9503): Free
- Baby clothing → Clothing category (HTS 61/62): up to 16.5%
- Car seats classify as motor-vehicle seats (HTS 8708) — rate varies by construction
Don't forget the fees
- MPF processing fee: from $2.69 (informal entry)
- Carrier brokerage: USPS flat $9.35; UPS/FedEx/DHL vary
- Country-of-origin surcharges stack on top of MFN rates
Baby duty by origin country
FAQs
How are car seats rated?
Child safety seats classify as seats for motor vehicles under HTS 8708, not as baby articles — the rate depends on construction and can differ sharply from a stroller's 4.4%. Verify the subheading for high-value seats.
Why is a stroller taxed but a baby toy isn't?
Schedule history: toys under 9503 are Free as a category, while carriages sit in transportation equipment (8715) at 4.4%. The baby-specific rate isn't about the user — it's about the heading.
What about bottles and feeding gear?
Plastic tableware and feeding articles classify under HTS 3924, with rates that vary by material. Most clear in the low single digits; check the heading for large orders.