| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9504904000 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9504909080 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9506400000 | Doc | 35.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9506990530 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926901000 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926909989 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3923900080 | Doc | 58.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9208900080 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9208900040 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9507908000 | Doc | 39.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9209998000 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9209991000 | Doc | 43.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Resin Game Machine
A resin game machine refers to a handheld or tabletop gaming device where the casing or significant structural components are constructed from resin, typically epoxy resin. These machines are often custom-made or limited-edition collectibles, prized for their aesthetic qualities and unique designs.
Material:
The primary material is epoxy resin, a thermosetting polymer often combined with pigments, dyes, glitter, dried flowers, or other decorative elements. Other materials frequently incorporated include:
- Electronics: Game boards (often retro handhelds like Game Boy, PSP, or custom PCBs), screens (LCD, OLED), buttons, joysticks, batteries, and wiring.
- Metal: May be used for structural reinforcement, button supports, or internal components.
- Acrylic: Sometimes used for screen covers or decorative layers.
Purpose:
The primary purpose is gaming. However, the aesthetic appeal is often equally, if not more, important than the functionality. These machines are frequently created as:
- Art Pieces: Demonstrating craftsmanship and artistic skill.
- Collectibles: Limited-edition or one-of-a-kind items.
- Modified Gaming Devices: Upgrading or customizing existing handhelds with a unique enclosure.
Function:
The function is dependent on the internal gaming components. Common functions include:
- Emulation: Playing retro games through emulation software.
- Native Gaming: Playing games designed for the original hardware.
- Mini Arcade: Housing a single game or a selection of classic arcade titles.
Usage Scenarios:
- Personal Entertainment: Playing games for leisure.
- Display: Showcasing as a decorative art piece.
- Collecting: Adding to a collection of unique gaming devices.
- Gifting: Presenting as a personalized or unique gift.
- Events/Conventions: Displaying at gaming or art events.
Common Types:
- Retro Handheld Conversions: Existing handheld consoles (Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, PSP, etc.) are disassembled and encased in custom resin shells. These often feature improved screens, batteries, and internal components.
- Custom Arcade Cabinets (Mini): Small-scale arcade cabinets built using resin, housing a single game or a multi-game emulator.
- Unique Resin Enclosures: Entirely custom-designed resin cases built around new or existing gaming boards.
- Layered Resin Machines: Featuring multiple layers of resin with embedded objects (flowers, glitter, etc.) creating a visually striking effect.
- Themed Resin Machines: Designs based on popular games, characters, or franchises.
The declared goods, “resin game machine,” refer to game machines constructed from resin materials. These machines are not operated by coins, banknotes (paper currency), or discs.
Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided reference material:
- 9504.90.40.00: This HS code falls under Chapter 95 (Toys, games and sports equipment; gymnastic or athletic articles). Specifically, it covers “Other: Game machines, other than those operated by coins, banknotes (paper currency), discs or similar articles; parts and accessories thereof”. The “90.40” subheading further specifies machines constructed from materials other than those specifically listed elsewhere in the chapter. The basic customs tariff is 0.0%, with an additional tariff of 0.0%. However, a surcharge of 30.0% will be applied after April 2, 2025.
- 3926.90.10.00: This HS code falls under Chapter 39 (Plastics and articles thereof). Specifically, it covers “Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Buckets and pails”. While not directly a game machine, if the resin game machine incorporates bucket or pail-like structures, this code may be relevant. The basic customs tariff is 3.4%, with an additional tariff of 7.5%. A surcharge of 30.0% will be applied after April 2, 2025.
- 3926.90.99.89: This HS code also falls under Chapter 39 (Plastics and articles thereof), covering “Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Other”. If the resin game machine is categorized as a general plastic article not specifically listed elsewhere, this code may apply. The basic customs tariff is 5.3%, with an additional tariff of 7.5%. A surcharge of 30.0% will be applied after April 2, 2025.
Regarding HS code 9504.90.40.00, please note that the applicable surcharge will increase to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.