Vulcanized Rubber Guitar Pick
Durable plectrum made from vulcanized rubber for playing string instruments. It qualifies for HTS 4016.99.6050 as other vulcanized rubber articles, excluded from Chapter 92 musical instruments by Chapter 40 note (f).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in cap, plug, or lid form regardless of use
Form-based classification in 4015 supersedes end-use for certain shapes.
If made of plastic molded/constructed from plastic material
Plastic guitar picks classify under Chapter 67 as artificial flowers/parts if applicable, but typically Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm not part of musical instrument set to avoid Chapter 92
• Label as vulcanized rubber; provide density/elongation tests per synthetic rubber definition
• Bulk imports need proper packing lists to prevent scrap misclassification
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