Meinl Byzance 20-inch Dark Ride Cymbal

Hand-hammered from B20 bronze, this ride cymbal delivers warm, dark sustain ideal for jazz and rock fusion. It falls under HTS 9206.00.40.00 as a cymbal, a core percussion element struck for rhythmic and tonal effects.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9206.00.20.00Higher: 22.3% vs 17.5%

If classified as drum sets rather than individual

Complete percussion kits including cymbals go under drum set subheadings, not loose cymbals.

7616.99.51.90Higher: 77.5% vs 17.5%

If constructed mainly from aluminum

Marching or student cymbals often use aluminum, classifying under other aluminum articles.

9705Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If custom one-off artisanal pieces

Unique, handcrafted collectible cymbals may qualify as original works of art.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide hammer pattern and lathing certificates to prove artisanal musical instrument status

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use; retail-ready presentation supports correct classification

Monitor EU origin rules as many premium cymbals are Turkish-made with specific trade agreements

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