HS Code 9505Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including conjuring tricks and novelty jokes
2 six-digit codes · Heading 3 of 6 in Chapter 95 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 9505 is the customs heading for festive goods, such as Christmas items, carnival items, magic tricks and novelty jokes. Use this page to pick the right subheading and to find the companies that ship these goods.
Heading 9505 splits exactly two ways. Goods answering to “Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including conjuring tricks and novelty jokes” classify either at 950510 or at 950590, and the wording in the table below is the whole of what separates them. The heading is number 3 of 6 in Chapter 95, Toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof, which runs to 39 six-digit codes in all.
What HS code 9505 covers
In plain words, these are goods made for celebrations, seasonal events and fun. Christmas decorations, party and seasonal items, magic tricks and joke items all sit in this group.
Some traders search for the HSN code 9505. It is the same heading. India's HSN system follows the same first six digits as the World Customs Organization system, so the wording above applies.
The heading belongs to Chapter 95, which groups toys, games and sports requisites. Festive goods sit there next to toys and games. They are still a separate heading, with their own rules.
950510 vs 950590: choosing the right subheading
The choice between the two subheadings is simple. Ask one question first: is the item a Christmas festivity article?
If yes, it goes under 950510, Christmas festivity articles. Christmas decorations are the usual example. If the item is festive but not for Christmas, it goes under 950590.
Subheading 950590 is the catch-all. So a magic trick or a joke item belongs here, and so does a carnival item.
- 950510: Christmas festivity articles
- 950590: every other festive, carnival or entertainment article, including novelty jokes and conjuring tricks
When goods belong in another Chapter 95 heading
Not every fun product is a festive article. Check the neighbouring headings before you file. A wrong heading can cause delays at the border.
Video game consoles, table games and casino tables go under 9504.
A good test is the purpose of the item. If it is made to decorate or entertain at a festive event, think of 9505. If it is made to be played with, or played on, look at the toy and game headings. If you are still unsure, the HS code classifier can help you narrow it down.
- Toys, dolls and puzzles: 9503
- Video game consoles and table games: 9504
- Sports and outdoor games equipment: 9506
- Fishing tackle: 9507
- Fairground and amusement park rides: 9508
Import and export data for festive articles
Importers and exporters of festive goods leave a trail in customs records. Once you know the right code, you can follow that trail. Start with the import data and export data pages, then move to buyer data and supplier data.
EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. Coverage: 43 direct customs feeds plus 184 mirror-derived countries. Named buyers and named suppliers are available in 38 of the 43 direct markets. Most markets refresh weekly and some refresh daily. You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo.
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- Chapter 95 toys, games and sports requisites
- HS 9503 toys, dolls and puzzles
- HS 9504 video game consoles and table games
- HS 9506 sports and outdoor games equipment
- HS 9507 fishing tackle
- HS 9508 fairground and amusement park rides
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Nearby headings in Chapter 95
- 9503Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages…1 code
- 9504Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour…5 codes
- 9506Gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table tennis) or outdoor games…17 codes
- 9507Fishing rods, fish-hooks and other line fishing tackle; fish landing nets and…4 codes
- 9508Travelling circuses and travelling menageries, amusement park rides and water…10 codes
Who ships under 9505?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 2 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XX: Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles, chapters 94–96.
HS Code 9505: common questions
What is HS code 9505?
It is also searched as the HSN code 9505, and it sits in Chapter 95.
What is the HS code for Christmas decorations?
Christmas decorations are the usual example of goods in this subheading.
Which HS code covers magic tricks and novelty jokes?
They are classed under 950590, because they are not Christmas festivity articles.
Are toys classified under 9505 or 9503?
Toys, dolls, scale models and puzzles go under 9503.
Who imports festive articles under HS code 9505?
To see the importers and exporters, search by this HS code on EximDataX. Then open the buyer data and supplier data pages for named companies.
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