Coin Mechanism Acceptor

An electromechanical device that validates and accepts coins or tokens for activating coin-operated arcade games. Classified under HTS 9504.30.0060 as an accessory integral to payment-operated amusement machines. Prevents play without payment, distinguishing from home consoles.

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.

8478.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If suitable for general vending machines

Coin acceptors principally for non-amusement vending classify in machinery chapter.

8504.40.95Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If as standalone power supply converters

Electrical converters not tied to arcade payment systems go to heading 8504.

9504.50.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If adapted for tokenless video consoles

Excludes coin-op; parts for screen-based consoles without payment means.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide calibration certificates and coin specifications to prove functionality with payment systems

Label as 'for coin-operated amusements only' to avoid reclassification as vending parts