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Bank Debit Smart Card

A chip-and-PIN debit card with an embedded EMV crypto-processor for ATM and point-of-sale transactions. It contains a microprocessor and memory in the form of a chip, meeting the definition of a smart card under Chapter 85 Note 6(b).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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8523.51.00Same rate: Free

If the card is presented without an embedded integrated circuit (e.g., magnetic stripe only).

Solid-state non-volatile storage devices without a chip fall under a different subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the card complies with Canadian EMV chip standards and includes the required contact or contactless interface

β€’ Declare the goods under tariff item 8523.52.00 as semiconductor media

β€’ Keep records of the chip's technical specifications in case CBSA requests verification

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A bank token smart card is a secure payment and authentication card with an embedded microprocessor that generates one-time passwords for online banking. It qualifies under tariff item 8523.52.00 as a 'smart card' because it contains an integrated circuit chip that stores and processes authentication data. This card is used for two-factor authentication to protect financial transactions.

Biometric Fingerprint Smart Card

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Contactless NFC Smart Card

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