Acoustic Snare Drum from China
A standard acoustic snare drum featuring a wooden shell, metal snare wires, and tension lugs for adjustable pitch. It produces a crisp, rattling sound ideal for marching bands and rock kits. Classified under HTS 9206.00.20.00 as a drum, a percussion instrument played by striking the drumhead.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the drum is not electronic; classify under 9207.90 if MIDI-equipped or amplified
• Include detailed shell material and dimensions in commercial invoice to match statistical notes
• Ensure CITES compliance if using exotic woods like rosewood in shells