Vending Machine Override Key from Japan
Tubular steel key for emergency override on coin-operated vending machines, supplied individually. Classifies under HTS 8301.70.00 as separate base metal service keys. Used by route operators for cash access.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'override key' in docs, not coin mechanism; avoid machine part bundling
• Issue: industrial use may trigger 8301.40