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Pianos, including player pianos; harpsichords and other keyboard stringed instruments: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9201.90.00.00
Harpsichord
A harpsichord is a keyboard instrument with strings plucked by quills or leather plectrums when keys are pressed, producing a bright, crisp tone. It falls under HTS 9201.90.00.00 as one of the 'other' keyboard stringed instruments distinct from pianos. Historically used in Baroque music, modern versions are crafted for concert and recording use.
Clavichord
The clavichord features a keyboard where keys strike strings with metal tangents, allowing dynamic expression through touch sensitivity. Classified under HTS 9201.90.00.00 as an 'other' keyboard stringed instrument, it's prized for intimate practice and historical performance. Smaller than harpsichords, it's ideal for home use.
Virginal
A virginal is a smaller, rectangular harpsichord relative with a single manual, where strings run perpendicular to the keyboard. It fits HTS 9201.90.00.00 as an 'other' keyboard stringed instrument used in Renaissance and early Baroque music. Compact design makes it popular for period ensembles.
Muselar Virginal
The muselar virginal features musette stops that drone sympathetic strings for a buzzing timbre, characteristic of 17th-century Flemish instruments. Under HTS 9201.90.00.00 as 'other' keyboard stringed instruments, it exemplifies specialized historical keyboard technology. Used in authentic early music performance.
Spinet Harpsichord
A spinet harpsichord has a compact, triangular case with strings slanting diagonally from the keyboard for space efficiency. Classified in HTS 9201.90.00.00 as an 'other' keyboard stringed instrument suitable for domestic settings. Popular for its portability among early music enthusiasts.
Double Manual Harpsichord
This harpsichord features two keyboards (manuals) for playing different registers simultaneously, offering greater expressive range. HTS 9201.90.00.00 covers it as an 'other' keyboard stringed instrument for professional Baroque repertoire. Typically 8-foot and 4-foot stops with optional buff.
Historical Replica Clavichord
Modern reproduction of 18th-century German clavichords with tangent action and inverted color key arrangement (dark naturals). Falls under HTS 9201.90.00.00 as 'other' keyboard stringed instruments for authentic performance practice. Unfretted models preferred for even temperament tuning.
Flemish Antwerp Harpsichord
Based on 17th-century Ruckers models built in Antwerp, featuring pentagonal case and distinctive rose soundhole decoration. HTS 9201.90.00.00 includes this as an 'other' keyboard stringed instrument prized for its warm, colorful registration. Often extended with additional strings for modern pitch.
Foldable Travel Clavichord
Portable clavichord designed to fold for airline travel, with detachable legs and hinged keyboard lid protecting tangents. HTS 9201.90.00.00 covers this innovative 'other' keyboard stringed instrument for traveling musicians. Maintains full 4½ octave range when assembled.
Italian Cembalo
Characteristic Italian harpsichord (gravicembalo) with single manual, crisp quill-plucked tone suited to fast passagework. Under HTS 9201.90.00.00 as 'other' keyboard stringed instruments, lighter construction than Northern European models. Features 8-foot and lute stops typically.