IMPORT PROCEDURES FOR CHILDREN’S TOYS

Children’s toys are currently a highly potential business product due to the increasing consumption demand. If you have decided to import this type of product, it is important to clearly understand the import procedures. Join SmartLink in exploring the details of customs procedures for importing children’s toys in the following article.

Information About Children’s Toys

You may already be familiar with the wide variety of children’s toys available in the market today, which cater to different ages and genders. However, as a savvy buyer, you should know that children’s toys are categorized into various groups, such as:

Toys that help develop basic motor skills
Toys that support physical development
Educational toys

Each group of toys has its unique advantages and effects. When selecting toys for children, carefully consider the options to ensure they are safe for the child’s health and development.

Conditions for Importing Children’s Toys

According to Article 9 of Circular 28/2014/TT-BVHTTDL issued on December 31, 2014, the conditions for importing children’s toys include:

Children’s toys must be 100% new, unused.
Ensure quality in accordance with the national technical standards on children’s toy safety, specifically stipulated in Circular 18/2009/TT-BKHCN issued on June 26, 2009.
Imported toys must have designs, content, and usage that do not harm or negatively impact the child’s character development and do not pose a health risk as specified in Article 6 of this Circular.

Import Procedures for Children’s Toys

Legal Policies

Children’s toys are not on the list of goods prohibited from import, so businesses can import and trade them as usual. However, according to Clause 4, Section B, Appendix III of Decree 60/2018/ND-CP, imported children’s toys must comply with technical conditions and do not require an import license.

HS Code

Children’s toys fall under Chapter 95, Group 9503. Different toys will have different HS codes. You can refer to the specific HS code according to the type of toy.

Import Tariff

The value-added tax (VAT) on children’s toys is 5% or 10%, depending on the type. For goods imported from countries that have free trade agreements with Vietnam, the special preferential import tax could be 0%.

Import Documents

Children’s toys are under the management of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. When importing, businesses should note:

Imported toys must be registered for quality inspection at the relevant inspection agency.
Quality control regulations for imported goods to clear customs are outlined in Circular 07/2017/TT-BKHCN issued on June 16, 2017.

The required customs documents include:

Bill of lading
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Sales contract
Certificate of origin (if any)
Product catalog

Quality Inspection Registration Procedures Children’s Toys

According to Circular No. 18/2009/TT-BKHCN, imported children’s toys must meet the national technical standards for safety. Therefore, when handling import procedures, businesses need to register for quality inspection for their shipments.

The quality inspection registration documents include:

Commercial contract
Packing list
Invoice
Bill of lading
Quality certificates
Product introduction, descriptions, and other technical documents

Labeling Regulations for Children’s Toys

Imported children’s toys must be fully labeled according to current regulations. Mandatory product labels must display the following information:

Product name
Country of origin
Name and address of the organization or individual responsible for the shipment
Other information depending on the nature of the product, such as: composition, technical specifications, usage instructions, production date, and any warnings if applicable.

We hope this article helps you better understand the procedures for import procedures for children’s toys. At Smart Link, we specialize in import consulting and handling shipments in various markets with successful consignments. Here, we will provide you with services and solutions to help your goods reach global markets with a commitment to dedication and partnership with customers. We take pride in being a company with over 13 years of experience in the logistics field.

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If you require assistance with international import and export of goods, please contact our team at Smartlink Logistics. We are available to provide you with professional guidance on our services and the necessary customs procedures.

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