HS code for balloons

HS code

9503.00

US HTS code

9503.00.00

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Toy balloons are listed under 9503.00 with other toys.

US tariff lines under 9503.00

US HTS code	Description	General duty
9503.00.00	Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dollsʼ carriages; dolls, other toys; reduced-scale (“scaleˮ) models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds; parts and accessories thereof 5 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 9503.00.00.11 — “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 › Inflatable toy balls, balloons and punchballs, of rubber › Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons › Under 3 years of age 9503.00.00.13 — “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 › Inflatable toy balls, balloons and punchballs, of rubber › Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons › 3 to 12 years of age 9503.00.00.71 — “Childrenʼs productsˮ as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 2052 › Other › Labeled or determined by importer as intended for use by persons › Under 3 years of age 9503.00.00.73 — “Childrenʼs productsˮ 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 9503.00.00.90 — Other	Free

Import duty on balloons by country

Import into the US

Free

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Import into the UK

0% – 4%

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Import into the EU

0% – 4.7%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for balloons?

The international HS code for balloons is 9503.00. Toy balloons are listed under 9503.00 with other toys.

Q2What is the US import duty on balloons?

Under HTS 9503.00.00, the US general duty rate is Free. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for balloons?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 9503.00 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (9503.00) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.