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Brass-Plated Tuning Pins for Grand Pianos from Japan

Premium brass-plated tuning pins engineered for grand pianos, providing corrosion resistance and smooth winding for professional tuning. Each pin has a tapered design for secure fit in the pinblock, maintaining pitch accuracy under high string tension. HTS 9209.91.40.00 covers these as dedicated piano tuning pins.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide piano model compatibility charts in customs paperwork to confirm classification as piano-specific parts

• Ensure plating material composition is documented to prevent misclassification as base metal articles