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Chromatic Tuning Fork A440 from Japan

A precision-forged steel tuning fork tuned to A440 Hz standard pitch, used by musicians to tune instruments acoustically. It is classified under HTS 9209.99.0500 as a tuning fork, a fundamental tool for ensuring pitch accuracy in orchestras and solo performances. Made from high-grade metal for pure tone resonance.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include calibration certificate showing exact Hz frequency to substantiate musical tuning purpose

Declare as individual forks; sets with strikers may alter classification

Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from medical tuning forks used in neurology tests

Chromatic Tuning Fork A440 from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9209.99.05.00