Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is a wireless gamepad designed exclusively for Nintendo Switch consoles. As a principal accessory suitable solely for use with video game consoles of heading 9504, it is classified under tariff item 9504.50.00 per chapter note 3.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪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 controller is designed for coin-operated video game machines.
Parts for coin-operated machines are classified under subheading 9504.30.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the controller as an accessory for a video game console, not as a general gamepad
• Ensure it is declared with its intended console compatibility
• Check if the product is subject to any wireless device regulations
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