Prepayment Electricity Meter from Canada
Token or card-based prepayment meter for pay-as-you-go residential electricity, common in emerging markets. Classified in HTS 9028.30.00.00 for metering electricity supply with integrated vending interface. Prevents debt accumulation for utilities.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include vending token specifications in technical docs for customs review
• Ensure metering accuracy dominates over payment functions for classification
• Register encryption modules with relevant agencies if applicable