HS code for christmas stocking
The U.S. HS code for a christmas stocking is usually 9505.10.50.20 (textile), with no general duty and an estimated total of 12.5% from China and 12.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 37.5% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Textile | 9505.10.50.20 | Free | 12.5% |
- 9505.10.50.20: Articles for Christmas festivities and parts and accessories thereof / Other
What decides the code
A Christmas stocking is a festive article for Christmas festivities, classified under heading 9505, specifically subheading 9505.10.50.20 for other Christmas articles.
- The article must be designed and used for Christmas festivities, which places it in heading 9505 as a festive article.
- Textile construction of the stocking keeps it in subheading 9505.10.50.20, the residual line for other Christmas articles.
- The item is a decorative festive article, not a general textile good, so Section XI textile headings do not apply.
Common mistakes
- Classifying the stocking in heading 6307 as other made up textile articles is wrong because the festive use controls classification under heading 9505.
- Classifying it in heading 6304 as furnishing articles is wrong because a Christmas stocking is a festive decoration, not household furnishing.
- Classifying it in heading 9503 as a toy is wrong because the stocking is a festive article, not an article for amusement.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 37.5%.
- Vietnam
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 9505.10.50.20, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Textile
- CN 9505 10 90, 2.7%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for a christmas stocking?
The U.S. HTS code for a christmas stocking is usually 9505.10.50.20 (textile). The first six digits, 9505.10, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on a christmas stocking from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 9505.10.50.20 is Free. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 12.5% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 12.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.