Coin-Operated Pinball Machine

A classic arcade pinball machine that accepts coins or tokens for play, featuring flippers, bumpers, and illuminated playfield. It falls under HTS 9504.30.0040 as an other game operated by coins or tokens, distinct from non-coin-operated versions or video game consoles. Excludes home-use models without payment mechanisms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9504.30.00Same rate: 17.5%

If classified as parts or accessories

Separate parts like playfield components or flipper assemblies classify under the parts subheading rather than complete games.

9504.50.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If electronic video-based without payment mechanism

Video arcade games without coins/tokens fall under video game machines, not payment-operated games.

8471.41.01Higher: 32.5% vs 17.5%

If for industrial data processing arcade systems

If primarily computing equipment rather than amusement, it shifts to automatic data processing machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify coin/token mechanism certification for payment operation to avoid reclassification; include detailed assembly instructions and safety compliance docs like UL listing; watch for undervaluation pitfalls in used arcade equipment

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