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Orchestral Tubular Bell Chime Set

Professional 2.5-octave set of tuned aluminum tubular bells with mallets, used in symphony orchestras for dramatic effects. Classified in HTS 9206.00.60.00 as a chime set of tuned bells for percussion sections.

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.

9209.91Lower: 14.2% vs 17.5%

If imported as individual tubes or repair parts

Percussion instrument parts classify in 9209, not complete tuned sets.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 17.5%

If aluminum tubes sold in bulk without musical tuning

Unspecified aluminum articles default to Chapter 76 materials, lacking musical instrument function.

9206.00.80Higher: 22.8% vs 17.5%

If for non-bell percussion sets like vibraphone bars

Other percussion (e.g., bars, plates) uses different subheadings if not tuned bells.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ship with protective tubing to prevent detuning; include ISO pitch certification

Verify set completeness including frame and mallets for classification

Avoid declaring as xylophone parts to prevent 9209 shift