Professional Steel Snare Drum
A high-tension steel snare drum with adjustable lugs and strainer for orchestral and marching use, featuring a 14-inch diameter shell and internal snares for crisp articulation. Classified under HTS 9206.00.80.00 as other percussion instruments, distinct from drums of heading 9206.10. This ensures it falls into the residual 'other' category for miscellaneous percussion not specifically enumerated.
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 classified as a basic drum without advanced features
Drums with shells over 36.5 cm diameter fall under specific drum subheading 9206.10, separate from residual 'other' percussion.
If electronic or MIDI-equipped
Electronic percussion instruments are classified in Chapter 92 under parts and accessories for musical instruments, not acoustic percussion.
If sold as a toy for children under 12
Toy percussion instruments designed for amusement rather than musical performance shift to Chapter 95 toys, excluding professional models.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Verify instrument classification via CBP rulings to confirm it fits 'other' percussion, avoiding misclassification as a drum under 9206.10
• Include detailed photos and material specs in entry docs; ensure serial numbers for anti-dumping checks on certain foreign percussion
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