Arcade Joystick Controller

A durable metal joystick assembly designed for coin-operated arcade cabinets, featuring microswitches and mounting hardware. It falls under HTS 9504.30.0060 as a part suitable solely for use with coin-operated amusement machines excluded from subheading 9504.50. Essential for player input in games like Street Fighter.

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.

9504.50.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If designed for home video game consoles with external screens

Parts for non-coin-operated consoles fall under 9504.50, not payment-operated arcade machines.

8536.50.90Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If imported as standalone electronic switches without arcade context

Microswitches classified by function in Chapter 85 if not principally for amusement machines.

9504.90.90Same rate: 17.5%

If for non-coin-operated table or parlor games

Parts for non-payment games go to 9504.90, excluding coin-op amusement equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility with specific arcade cabinets to confirm principal use with coin-operated machines

Include detailed diagrams in documentation showing integration with payment-operated systems

Avoid misclassification as general gaming peripherals by emphasizing coin-op exclusivity