HS Code:
Play yards and other enclosures for confining children fall under HS Code 9403.89.60 (often categorized under furniture for children or baby equipment). This category includes portable playpens, safety gates, and other enclosures designed to provide a safe space for infants and toddlers. These products are essential for child safety and are widely traded globally due to the universal demand from parents and caregivers. The trade in this category is influenced by factors such as safety regulations, material quality standards, and consumer preferences for lightweight, portable, and eco-friendly designs.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
$650 million USD
54.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$150 million USD
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$80 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$70 million USD
5.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$50 million USD
4.2% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-US or within ASEAN)
Rising demand for eco-friendly materials
Manufacturers are shifting towards sustainable materials like bamboo and recycled plastics, influencing sourcing and production costs.
2021-2023
Increase in e-commerce sales
Direct-to-consumer models and online marketplaces have expanded market access, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises.
2020-2023
Stricter safety regulations
Compliance with updated safety standards in major markets like the EU and US has increased production costs but also consumer trust.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced updated EN 12227 standards for play yards, focusing on stability and chemical safety, requiring manufacturers to adapt designs.
January 2023
Increased production costs for exporters to the EU but improved product safety perceptions among consumers.
A partial reduction in tariffs on baby products, including play yards, was agreed upon in the latest trade talks, easing export costs for Chinese manufacturers.
March 2023
Expected to boost Chinese exports to the US by 10-15% in the short term.
Vietnam has seen a surge in production capacity for child safety products due to trade diversification strategies amid US-China trade tensions.
October 2022
Increased competition for traditional exporters like China, potentially lowering prices for importers.