Latin Cajon Box Drum
Acoustic cajon percussion box with birch plywood shell and internal snares for flamenco and Latin music. Classified in HTS 9206.00.80.00 as other percussion, as it's a friction-idle struck instrument not a standard drum.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.3% | +20.0% | 25.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If featuring adjustable drumhead
Cajons with membrane heads classify as drums under 9206.10.
If marketed primarily as seating
Wooden furniture classification applies if seat function predominates over percussion.
If imported as unfinished wood box
Unassembled or incomplete wooden articles fall under Chapter 44 builders' joinery.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document wood origin for Lacey Act compliance on plywood shells
• Specify acoustic nature to avoid electronic reclassification
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