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Zildjian A Custom 16-inch Crash Cymbal

This professional-grade crash cymbal is made from B20 bronze alloy and features a brilliant finish for bright, explosive sound. It is specifically classified under HTS 9206.00.40.00 as a cymbal, a struck percussion instrument played with drumsticks or mallets in drum kits.

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.

9209.92.80.00Higher: 22.1% vs 17.5%

If sold as part of a drum kit set

When imported as components of a complete percussion set for retail sale, cymbals may classify under parts and accessories of musical instruments.

8306.29.00.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If unstruck and used purely decoratively

Cymbals not intended as musical instruments but as decorative metal items fall under other articles of base metal.

7117.19Higher: 21% vs 17.5%

If featuring significant imitation gemstone inlays

High-value decorative elements shift classification to imitation jewelry if musical function is secondary.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the cymbal's material composition (e.g

bronze alloy) and ensure it meets percussion instrument standards to avoid reclassification as a metal article

Include detailed invoices specifying model, size, and 'musical cymbal' description to facilitate customs clearance

Check for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian-origin cymbals and maintain certificates of origin