Blank Magnetic Stripe Phone Card
Blank magnetic stripe phone cards are prepaid telephone cards with a magnetic stripe that is not yet encoded, intended for distributors to add value and usage data. They are classified under tariff item 8523.21.10 as cards incorporating an unrecorded magnetic stripe, which is a type of magnetic media for recording sound or other phenomena. The PVC construction with holographic security features is typical for such cards.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cards are imported with pre-encoded value or data
Cards with a recorded magnetic stripe are classified under the sibling tariff item.
If the cards are imported with other recording media, such as chips
Cards with additional recording technologies may fall under other magnetic media subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cards are truly unrecorded at the time of import to qualify for 8523.21.10; if they contain any pre-encoded data, they may fall under 8523.21.20
• Declare the cards as magnetic media cards for telecommunication value recording, and keep documentation of the blank state
• Verify if the holographic security features affect classification, as they are part of the card's construction