Product classification
HS code for Coin-operated game: 9504.30
Games, operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment, other than billiard articles and accesssories, and automatic bowling alley equipment.
Classification of coin-operated game under HS 9504.30
The classification of coin-operated games under HS code 9504.30 is determined by the primary function of the device as an article for amusement or gambling that requires a payment transaction to initiate play. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, products are classified based on the terms of the headings and subheadings. Heading 9504 encompasses video game consoles, machines, and articles for funfair or parlor games. Subheading 9504.30 specifically isolates those operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, or tokens. This classification is distinct from home-use consoles because the hardware is integrated into a housing designed for public commercial use, often featuring ruggedized controls and a payment validation system. The essential character of these machines is the provision of entertainment in exchange for a fee, which aligns with the specific descriptions provided in the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes for Chapter 95. Furthermore, this code covers both electronic and mechanical games, provided the payment mechanism is present. It excludes billiard tables and bowling alley equipment, which have their own specific subheadings within 9504. The distinction between a "game" and a "vending machine" is also vital; if the machine's primary purpose is to sell a product rather than provide a play experience, it would be moved to Chapter 84. However, for arcade classics, digital kiosks for gaming, and pinball units, 9504.30 remains the definitive classification.
- Covers
- Arcade video game machines
- Pinball machines
- Claw crane and prize-merchandiser games
- Electronic dartboards with coin-op mechanisms
- Digital slot machines and video poker terminals
- Also under 9504.30
- Pac-Man arcade cabinets
- Skee-Ball machines
- Street Fighter arcade games
- Daytona USA racing simulators
- Stern Pinball machines
- Raw Thrills arcade games
Codes often confused with 9504.30
Common mistake. Common misclassifications often involve HS code 9504.50, which is reserved for video game consoles and machines used at home. The primary difference is the payment mechanism; 9504.30 requires a coin or token interface. Another frequent error is using 8476.89 for prize-dispensing machines. While these machines dispense a "good," if the primary activity is a game of skill or chance, it remains under 9504.30. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 9503.00 for small electronic handheld games, but if they are coin-operated for public use, 9504.30 is the correct legal classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950430 (the code used for coin-operated game), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950430 (the code used for coin-operated game) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 950430, not only coin-operated game.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $974M 23% of world exports
- 2 United States $605M 14% of world exports
- 3 Austria $298M 6.9% of world exports
World total: $4.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $821M 20% of world imports
- 2 Canada $304M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Australia $227M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for coin-operated game
Brazil classifies coin-operated game under NCM 9504.30.00: HS 9504.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coin-operated game
What is the HS code for Coin-operated game?
The HS code for Coin-operated game is 950430 (Games; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment, other than billiard articles and accesssories, and automatic bowling alley equipment).
How do I classify Coin-operated game for customs?
Coin-operated game is classified under HS code 950430 — Games; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment, other than billiard articles and accesssories, and automatic bowling alley equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for coin-operated games?
The correct HS code is 9504.30, which covers games operated by coins, banknotes, or tokens.
Does this code include digital slot machines?
Yes, digital or mechanical gambling and amusement machines that require payment fall under this subheading, provided they are not specifically excluded as billiard or bowling equipment.
Which countries are the top exporters of coin-operated game (HS 950430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950430 (the code used for coin-operated game) in UN Comtrade data were China ($974M, 23% of world exports), the United States ($605M) and Austria ($298M). World exports came to about $4.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of coin-operated game (HS 950430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950430 (the code used for coin-operated game) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($821M, 20% of world imports), Canada ($304M) and Australia ($227M). World imports came to about $4.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Coin-operated game the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950430 for Coin-operated game is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for coin-operated game in Brazil?
In Brazil, coin-operated game (HS 950430) is classified under NCM 9504.30.00.