Nintendo Joy-Con Controller Pair
> The Nintendo Joy-Con Controller Pair consists of two detachable wireless controllers for the Nintendo Switch, communicating via Bluetooth to the console. They serve as radio remote control apparatus, transmitting button inputs and motion data wirelessly. This product is classified under tariff item 8526.92.00 as dedicated remote controls for gaming.
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 imported together with a Nintendo Switch console as a set.
Sets containing a console and controllers are classified under Chapter 95.
If the controllers are used with a computer rather than a console.
Input units for automatic data processing machines fall under heading 84.71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Classify the Joy-Con pair as radio remote control apparatus under 8526.92.00
• Ensure the product meets ISED technical requirements for Bluetooth devices
• Consider the country of origin to determine applicable duty rates under trade agreements
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