The tariff classification of hand-held virtual reality controllers from the Philippines

N361425May 13, 2026CLA-2-85:OT:RR:NC:N2:208
CATEGORY: Classification
TARIFF NO.: 8526.92.5000
Tomohiko FukayaShiftall Inc.4F TokyoDaiwa Bldg., 2-6-10 NihonbashibakurochoChuo, Tokyo 103-0002JapanRE: The tariff classification of hand-held virtual reality controllers from the PhilippinesDear Mr. Fukaya:In your letter dated
May 11, 2026
, you requested a tariff classification ruling.The merchandise under consideration is the GripVR, model SVP-VC2B, which is a hand-held radio remotecontroller designed for use with SteamVR tracking-compatible virtual reality headset. The wireless remotecontroller is used to remotely control some applications that are viewed on the SteamVR headset throughradio frequency (RF). Moreover, the GripVR controller is equipped with 6 buttons, including AB / XY,trigger, grip, system, joystick press + 1 joystick, and a thumb rest. It also contains a lithium-ion rechargeablebattery.The applicable subheading for the GripVR, model SVP-VC2B will be 8526.92.5000, Harmonized TariffSchedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Radar apparatus, radio navigational aidapparatus and radio remote control apparatus: Other: Radio remote control apparatus: Other.” The generalrate of duty will be Free ad valorem.The duties cited above are current as of this ruling’s issuance. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are providedat https://hts.usitc.gov/.This ruling does not address the applicability of any additional duties, taxes, fees, exactions and/or othercharges, which may apply to the goods discussed herein. This includes, but is not limited to, tariffs and otherduties as provided for in Subchapter III to Chapter 99, HTSUS.Thus, for example, in addition to the classification stated above, the merchandise covered by this ruling may also need to be reported with eitherthe Chapter 99 provision under which an additional tariff applies or one of the Chapter 99 provisionscovering exceptions to such tariffs.
For further information to assist with the importation process, please refer to the frequently updated CargoSystems Messaging Service (CSMS) messages at https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated/cargo-systems-messaging-service and the Trade Remedies page at https://www.cbp.gov/trade/programs-administration/trade-remedies.The holding set forth above applies only to the specific factual situation and merchandise description asidentified in the ruling request. This position is clearly set forth in Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations(CFR), Section 177.9(b)(1). This section states that a ruling letter is issued on the assumption that all of theinformation furnished in the ruling letter, whether directly, by reference, or by implication, is accurate andcomplete in every material respect. In the event that the facts are modified in any way, or if the goods do notconform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs andBorder Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CFR 177.2. Additionally, we note that the material facts described in the foregoing ruling may be subject to periodicverification by CBP.This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs and Border ProtectionRegulations (19 C.F.R. 177).A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documentsfiled at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, please contactNational Import Specialist Lisa Cariello at [email protected].
Sincerely,
(for)James P. ForkanDirectorNational Commodity Specialist Division