Musical instruments; percussion (e.g. drums, xylophones, cymbals, castanets, maracas)
In plain English
This category includes percussion instruments such as drums, xylophones, cymbals, castanets, and maracas. The classification system groups all these specific items under a single entry without further subdivision.
6-digit subheadings (1)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Musical instruments; percussion (e.g. drums, xylophones, cymbals, castanets, maracas)
Chapter 92 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Antique musical instruments (over 100 years) go to Chapter 97 (works of art).
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
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