Spinet Harpsichord
A spinet harpsichord has a compact, triangular case with strings slanting diagonally from the keyboard for space efficiency. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a harpsichord, as a spinet is a type of harpsichord.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the instrument is not a harpsichord or clavichord
Covers other keyboard stringed instruments not specifically named.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the instrument is described as a harpsichord, not a piano, to avoid misclassification
• Provide the case dimensions for CBSA clearance
• If the spinet is used, declare its condition and value accurately
Related Products under Tariff item 9201.90.10
Clavichord
A clavichord is a keyboard stringed instrument where keys strike strings with metal tangents, allowing dynamic expression through touch sensitivity. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a clavichord, distinct from other keyboard stringed instruments.
Double Manual Harpsichord
A double manual harpsichord is a keyboard stringed instrument with two keyboards, allowing different registers to be played simultaneously. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a harpsichord, which includes instruments with multiple manuals.
Flemish Antwerp Harpsichord
A Flemish Antwerp harpsichord, based on 17th-century Ruckers models, is a keyboard stringed instrument with a pentagonal case and distinctive rose soundhole. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a harpsichord, regardless of its historical style.
Foldable Travel Clavichord
A foldable travel clavichord is a portable keyboard stringed instrument designed for airline travel, with detachable legs and a hinged keyboard lid. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a clavichord, as its portability does not affect its essential character.
Harpsichord
A harpsichord is a keyboard stringed instrument with strings plucked by quills or leather plectrums, producing a bright, crisp tone. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a harpsichord, which is specifically named in the tariff.
Historical Replica Clavichord
A historical replica clavichord is a modern reproduction of 18th-century German clavichords, featuring tangent action and inverted color key arrangement. It is classified under tariff item 9201.90.10 as a clavichord, as it is a new instrument, not an antique.