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%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
• 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