Magnetic Stripe Hotel Key Card
> Hotel key cards with magnetic stripes that encode room access data for door lock systems. These cards are recorded with access information before guest use, making them cards with a recorded magnetic stripe. They are designed for single or multi-use in hotel environments.
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 without any recorded access data
Blank magnetic stripe cards are classified under the unrecorded item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Verify if the cards are pre-encoded with room access data; if blank, they fall under 8523.21.10
• Provide CBSA with encoding details to confirm the recorded status
• Keep hotel lock system documentation for classification support
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