Transit Smart Card from China
Embedded chip card for public transportation fare collection, like Oyster or Suica cards using contactless technology. Falls under HTS 8523.52.00.90 as 'other smart cards' with microprocessor IC and antenna per Chapter 85 definition. Records fare data and authentication.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify memory capacity and security features (e.g
• AES encryption) to prove smart card classification
• Bulk imports need lot traceability for transit authority certification
• Avoid classifying as toys (9503) if marketed for actual transit use