Digital LED Metronome from Japan
A battery-powered digital metronome featuring an LED display for tempo visualization and adjustable volume beep. It falls under HTS 9209.99.0500 as a modern electronic metronome used by musicians to maintain rhythm during practice. Classified here rather than as a general electrical device due to its specific function for musical timing.
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
• Verify the device is solely for musical rhythm-keeping to avoid reclassification as a timer under Chapter 91
• Include user manual and technical specs in documentation to prove musical instrument accessory status