Export toys to the United States: rules, labels and duty

Rules to check before you export toys to the United States (2), each with its official source. Must clear before you sell: Main rule for toys.

Official sources checked between 2026-10-14 and 2026-10-16

Duty and FTAs: Even at the KORUS FTA 0% rate (with proof of origin), a Section 301 duty since 24 Jul 2026 makes most Korean goods 12.5% in total (higher rates stay; some exemptions). hts.usitc.gov, checked 2026-10-14

This is not legal or tax advice. Rules and rates change, so confirm with the official source and a local authority, your importer or an expert before you sell.

• Main rule for toys: CPSIA: third-party testing and a Children's Product Certificate; ASTM F963. Since 8 Jul 2026, importers e-file the certificate data at customs entry (CPSC eFiling). cpsc.gov, checked 2026-10-16, ecfr.gov, checked 2026-10-16, cpsc.gov, checked 2026-10-16
• US toy standard ASTM F963-23: lab tests and package labels: Every toy sold in the US must meet the applicable parts of ASTM F963-23 (16 CFR 1250), and the third-party lab tests behind the Children’s Product Certificate follow it, including small parts, sound-producing toys, battery-operated toys, magnets and heavy metals in paint. Paint and other surface coatings may hold at most 0.009% lead, toys for children under 3 may not have small parts, and toys for ages 3 to under 6 with small parts carry the choking-hazard warning on the package. The toy and its package also carry a tracking label (maker or importer, place and date of production, batch). Tell the lab the age grade and any magnets or batteries when you ask for a quote. Done with your importer · govinfo.gov, checked 2026-10-16
• Applies to every product here: No US de minimis for direct parcels
• Applies to every product here: US country of origin marking (19 CFR 134)
• Open the checklist
• Work out the export price
• Same product, other countries: EU
• Same product, other countries: Japan
• Same country, other products: Cosmetics
• Same country, other products: Instant noodles & pasta
• Same country, other products: Sauces & seasonings
• Same country, other products: Food supplements & preparations
• Same country, other products: Spirits (incl. soju)
• Same country, other products: Furniture
• Same country, other products: Pet food & feed
• Same country, other products: Medical devices
• Sources: cpsc.gov, checked 2026-10-16
• Sources: ecfr.gov, checked 2026-10-16
• Sources: cpsc.gov, checked 2026-10-16
• Sources: govinfo.gov, checked 2026-10-16
• Sources: hts.usitc.gov, checked 2026-10-14
• Sources: federalregister.gov, checked 2026-10-14

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