Musical Saw
A flexible steel handsaw played by bending and striking with a mallet to produce harmonic tones, popular in folk music performances. It qualifies for HTS 9208.90.00 as a musical saw explicitly named in the heading for other musical instruments. Typically includes a handle and carrying case.
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Alternative Classifications
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If plain saw without musical tuning marks
Handsaws as tools without instrument features fall under Chapter 82 saws and blades.
If part of percussion instrument set
When sold in drum kits or percussion ensembles, may classify under other percussion instruments.
If for video game controllers mimicking saw
Electronic musical instrument accessories for games go under Chapter 95 articles for games.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Emphasize musical use in invoices; include performance videos to prevent classification as a tool under Chapter 82
• Declare blade length and material; ensure no power components to stay out of electric instrument headings
• For sets with mallets, note if sold as ensemble to avoid parts classification
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