Do Canada-U.S. Tariffs Affect Pinball Machines and Parts from Pinball Medics?

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Pinball Medics states on its site that pinball machines and parts are not affected by the Canada-U.S. tariff situation, per its "LIVE: Canada-U.S. Tariff Watch — Pinball Machines & Parts Not Affected" update. That is the company's own position as published; it is the first thing to check, but it is a status claim rather than a price guarantee, so confirm current pricing and availability before ordering.

What the site actually says

The tariff watch item appears under "Latest News" on the Pinball Medics homepage. Its headline is explicit: pinball machines and parts are not affected. The site does not publish a breakdown of duties, brokerage fees, or landed-cost math behind that statement, so treat it as the company's current assessment rather than a detailed cost analysis.

Two related updates sit alongside it and matter for anyone ordering:

  • Parts shipping status: a notice titled "Parts Orders Are Shipping Again — Please Expect Delays" says parts shipping resumed after roughly a month and a half, with a large backlog still being worked through. The notice is dated October 8, 2026.
  • Machine availability: new machines from Stern, Jersey Jack, and other brands are offered with local service, described as available coast-to-coast through Pinball Medics together with Player One Amusement Group.

Why Canadian buyers ask this question

Cross-border pinball purchases involve large, heavy freight, so buyers reasonably worry that a tariff change could move the final price between quote and delivery. The site's answer addresses that directly: as of the posted update, the company says machines and parts are not affected. If your decision depends on the final landed cost, ask for a written quote that states the total delivered price, then compare it against the posted update date to see whether anything has changed since.

How to verify before you order

  1. Open pinballmedics.ca and read the "Latest News" section for the most recent tariff watch and shipping notices.
  2. Note the date on each notice — the parts shipping update is dated October 8, 2026, so anything older may be superseded.
  3. For a specific machine or part, request a quote that itemizes the delivered price rather than relying on the general statement.
  4. If timing matters, ask whether the item is in stock or subject to the parts backlog described in the shipping notice.

What this means for your decision

If your concern is whether tariffs alone should stop you from buying, the company's published position says no — machines and parts are listed as unaffected. The practical risks the site itself flags are different: parts orders may be delayed while the backlog clears, and pricing details are not published on the homepage, so a direct quote is the reliable way to confirm cost. Buyers who need a machine quickly should confirm stock and delivery timing; buyers ordering parts should expect the delays the notice describes.