Biometric Fingerprint Smart Card

Smart card with integrated fingerprint sensor and secure microprocessor for identity authentication. Meets HTS 8523.52.00 criteria as a smart card with embedded ICs; sensor qualifies as part of the chip functionality.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8471.60Lower: 25% vs 35%

If fingerprint scanner is primary function with display

Input units for ADP machines if not primarily storage media.

9031.80.80Same rate: 35%

If imported solely as measuring sensor

Other measuring instruments, not smart card media.

8543.70.93.01Lower: 10% vs 35%

If wireless communication apparatus dominant

If communication function predominates over smart card storage.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include sensor/chip datasheets proving integration within smart card definition

• Avoid declaring as 'biometric device' to prevent 8471 classification