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Nickel Tuning Pins for Steinway Pianos from China

Specialized nickel-coated tuning pins compatible with Steinway grand and upright pianos, offering superior durability and resistance to rust in humid environments. These pins feature precision machining for exact fit and long-term tuning stability. As piano-exclusive parts, they are reported under HTS 9209.91.40.00.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

• Include OEM compatibility statements (e.g

• Steinway-approved) to support piano-specific classification

• Declare exact quantity per piano (typically 220-230 pins) for statistical reporting accuracy

• Avoid generic labeling; specify 'piano tuning pins only' to prevent duty reassessment