Arcade Claw Machine from Mexico
A coin-operated arcade claw machine where players insert coins to maneuver a claw and grab prizes like plush toys from a transparent case. It falls under HTS 9504.90.90 as an amusement machine operated by coins/tokens, distinct from video game consoles in 9504.50 or payment-operated fairground games in 9504.30.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify coin/token mechanism certification to distinguish from non-operated toys in 9503
• Include detailed assembly instructions and safety labels for UL/ETL compliance
• Avoid misclassification as video games by excluding screen-based operation