Coin- & Token-Operated Games (Excluding Bowling Equipment)

At the federal level, coin-operated amusement games (as distinct from gambling devices) do not require a specific federal agency admissibility clearance beyond standard CBP entry. However, gambling-capable devices may be subject to the Gambling Devices Act and require registration with the Department of Justice. Additionally, many states and municipalities require registration or licensing of coin-operated amusement machines before they can be placed in service — importers should verify applicable state requirements for their destination market.

Parts specifically designed for coin-operated games are classifiable under 9504300060 when they are identifiable as such. Generic electronic or mechanical components that could serve multiple applications may be classified under their own material or functional chapter rather than as game parts. Importers should document the specific machine model and part function to support classification under the games parts line.