CBLE Classification: GRIs, Notes & HTSUS Structure question: games and sports equipment.

CBLEClassification: GRIs, Notes & HTSUS Structure

A pet supply chain imports molded plastic chew toys shaped like a bone, labeled and sold only for dogs. The importer points out that the title of Chapter 95 is "Toys, games and sports equipment." Which ONE of the following is the correct classification?

A 4201.00.6000
B 9503.00.0073
C 9503.00.0090
D 3926.90.9989

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Answer: D. 3926.90.9989

The toys belong in subheading 3926.90.99, suffix 89 (other articles of plastics, other). GRI 1 makes titles of sections and chapters reference only; classification follows the terms of the headings and the section and chapter notes. Note 5 to Chapter 95 says heading 9503 does not cover articles identifiable by design, shape or material as intended exclusively for animals, such as pet toys, which go to their own heading. A molded plastic article not specified elsewhere falls in heading 3926. Heading 4201 covers saddlery and harness (leashes, muzzles, dog coats), not chew toys. Source: HTSUS (2026 Basic Edition, as at 12 Oct 2026): GRI 1; Chapter 95 note 5; heading 3926, subheading 3926.90.99; heading 4201.

Common mistake

Relying on the chapter title instead of reading Note 5 to Chapter 95, which sends pet toys out of heading 9503.

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