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Collapsible Guitar Stand

A lightweight, foldable stand designed specifically to hold electric or acoustic guitars securely during performances or practice. It collapses for easy transport and storage, fitting the HTS 9209.94.40.00 classification as a collapsible accessory for musical instruments of heading 9207 (guitars).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+12.5%18.2%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9403.20.00Higher: 37.5% vs 18.2%

If marketed as general metal furniture or office stand

Non-specific stands for instruments fall under other metal furniture in Chapter 94, not musical accessories.

7326.90.86Higher: 40.4% vs 18.2%

If imported as unfinished tubular metal components

Bulk metal frames without assembly or musical-specific design classify as other steel articles, not finished stands.

9209.92.20.00Lower: 16.4% vs 18.2%

If non-collapsible guitar stands

Stands without folding mechanism go under general stands and mounts for heading 9207 instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the stand is explicitly designed for musical instruments like guitars to qualify under 9209; generic holders may shift to furniture headings

• Include detailed photos and specs in documentation proving collapsibility and foldable mechanism to avoid misclassification

• Label as 'musical instrument accessory' and ensure no additional furniture features like storage drawers that could trigger Chapter 94 duties