The Toy Association keeps campaigning for tariff free toys
The Toy Association is continuing its campaign to keep toys free from tariffs, urging U.S. government agencies to exclude toys and games from new or expanded trade measures. It also raised concerns about recent regulatory changes affecting toy drones and flying toys.
In submissions to the U.S. International Trade Commission and the Office of the United States Trade Representative, the Association warned that removing China’s preferential trade status or adding tariffs would increase costs, disrupt supply chains, and negatively impact the U.S. toy industry. It argued that higher prices would reduce consumer demand, limit innovation, and potentially lead to job losses.
Two separate Section 301 investigations
Regarding two separate Section 301 investigations, one on manufacturing overcapacity and another on forced labor, the Association called for toys to be excluded from any broad measures. It emphasized that toys are not part of the industries in question, pose no structural or labor-related concerns, and would face unfair consumer impacts if tariffs were applied.
New rules affecting uncrewed air systems
The group also addressed the Department of Homeland Security about new rules affecting uncrewed air systems. It explained that simple children’s flying toys, like toy drones and remote-controlled planes, have been unintentionally affected, causing certification delays that disrupt production and sales. The Association warned that prolonged issues could seriously harm businesses, especially smaller companies.
Overall, the organization is advocating for targeted policies that avoid burdening the toy industry and is continuing to monitor developments while supporting its members.