Orchestral Xylophone Set

A professional 4-octave xylophone with rosewood bars, adjustable-height frame, and mallets for symphony orchestras. It qualifies under HTS 9206.00.80.00 as other percussion instruments (e.g., xylophones explicitly listed), not fitting drum or specific categories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+17.5%22.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

9206.00.40.00Lower: 17.5% vs 22.8%

If single tuned drums like specific idiophones

Certain idiophones (struck without membrane) have dedicated subheadings, but full xylophone sets remain 'other'.

9209.94.80.00Lower: 20.2% vs 22.8%

If imported as bars or frame parts only

Percussion parts like bars or frames classify under 9209.94 as accessories, not complete instruments.

7117.19.90.00Higher: 28.5% vs 22.8%

If featuring imitation gemstone keys

Decorative elements with base metal and imitation jewelry may shift classification if predominant.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide bar material certificates (e.g

rosewood CITES compliance if applicable) to avoid customs holds

Measure and document frame height precisely per statistical notes for similar instruments to aid valuation