U.S. exports of Bumper Cars (Dodgem Cars) (HS 950823) totaled $250K in August 2026.
Importers of Bumper Cars (Dodgem Cars) paid $14K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 16.50% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataBumper cars—also known as dodgem cars—are classified under a single 10-digit line (9508230000) and represent a specialized segment of the fairground and amusement park equipment market. Italy and China are the primary suppliers to the US market, with Sweden and the Netherlands also contributing, reflecting both European engineering heritage in ride manufacturing and Asian production capacity for lower-cost installations. These vehicles are typically imported as complete units with integral electric drive systems and conductive floor or ceiling pickup mechanisms, and their electrical specifications must be compatible with US venue infrastructure. Importers should confirm that the ride system's electrical components meet applicable NEC and UL standards before installation.
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Bumper cars are classified as amusement park equipment under heading 9508, not as motor vehicles under Chapter 87. Their purpose is entertainment within a controlled fairground environment, not road transport, and CBP applies the amusement-equipment classification regardless of whether they have an electric motor. This distinction is well-established and avoids the higher duty rates and regulatory requirements associated with motor vehicle imports.
European bumper car systems are typically engineered for 220–240V, 50Hz power infrastructure. US venues operate at 120/208V or 120/240V, 60Hz. Importers should confirm with the manufacturer whether the drive and control systems can be adapted or whether transformers and frequency converters are required. This is a pre-purchase specification issue, not a customs matter, but failure to address it can result in costly retrofits after entry.
Subheading 7 of 10 in heading 9508
Subheading 950823 · $250K of $15.3M
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.1M of Bumper Cars (Dodgem Cars) and exported $1.0M.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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Brazil and Canada together take 89% of it.
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duty collected equals 16.50% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9508230000 | Bumper (Dodge'em) Cars | $84K | 16.50% | 100.00% | $14K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9508230000 | Bumper (Dodge'em) Cars | $250K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.