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Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Charging Grip from Japan

The official Nintendo Joy-Con grip allows two Joy-Con controllers to attach forming a traditional gamepad with pass-through charging capability. Classified under HTS 8522.90.80.81 as an accessory principally for Nintendo Switch consoles of heading 8521. It facilitates handheld play mode with ergonomic design.

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

• Provide Nintendo licensing documentation to prove principal use with Switch console

• Ensure grips meet FCC electromagnetic compatibility standards for gaming peripherals

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests component status, which may trigger parts of machines classification