HS code for litter box
The U.S. HS code for a litter box is usually 3924.90.56.50 (plastic), with a 3.4% general duty and an estimated total of 15.9% from China and 15.9% 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 40.9% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic | 3924.90.56.50 | 3.4% | 15.9% |
- 3924.90.56.50: Other
What decides the code
A plastic litter box is a household article of plastics under heading 3924, classified in 3924.90.56.50.
- Material decides the heading. A litter box molded of plastics falls in heading 3924, other household articles of plastics.
- Construction as a plain open pan or a hooded box does not change the code. Both stay in 3924.90.56.50.
- A litter box made of wood, metal or ceramic would leave heading 3924 and be classified by its own material.
Common mistakes
- Classifying under 3926.90 as other articles of plastics is wrong. Heading 3924 covers household articles of plastics, which includes a litter box.
- Classifying under 3922 as sanitary ware is wrong. Heading 3922 covers baths, sinks and similar fixtures, not a pet litter box.
- Classifying under 4202 or 6307 as a pet accessory is wrong. Those headings cover travel goods and textile articles, not a molded plastic box.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 15.9% = 3.4% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 40.9%.
- Vietnam
- 15.9% = 3.4% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 3924.90.56.50, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Plastic
- CN 3924 90 00, 6.5%
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 litter box?
The U.S. HTS code for a litter box is usually 3924.90.56.50 (plastic). The first six digits, 3924.90, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on a litter box from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 3924.90.56.50 is 3.4%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 15.9% 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 15.9%. 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.