Arcade Joystick Controller from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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