Government ID Smart Card from Japan
National ID or driver's license smart card with biometric chip for citizen verification and e-government services. HTS 8523.52.00.90 as 'smart card' with embedded IC (microprocessor/RAM) and optional antenna. Secure document standard.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ICAO Doc 9303 compliance for e-passport/ID standards
• Border security agency pre-approval often required
• Holographic/polycarbonate construction doesn't affect HTS if chip-embedded