Flexatone Percussion
A flexatone, a metal-sheet percussion instrument with a wooden handle and ball striker, used to produce eerie glissando effects in film scores. It is classified under 9206.00.90 as other percussion because it is a friction-idle struck instrument not named in the sibling item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the flexatone is imported as a replacement part or accessory for another instrument
Parts and accessories for musical instruments may fall under heading 92.09.
If the flexatone is part of a larger percussion set
The sibling item covers orchestral percussion sets, which may include unusual instruments.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the flexatone is not classified as a toy, as toy instruments are excluded from Chapter 92 under Note 1(c)
• Provide a clear product description to CBSA to distinguish it from standard drums or cymbals
• Check if the flexatone qualifies for preferential duty rates under trade agreements by submitting the appropriate documentation
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Chime Bar Set
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