Mechanical Pendulum Metronome from China
A classic wooden table-top metronome with a swinging pendulum that produces audible ticks at variable tempos via adjustable weights. Classified under HTS 9209.99.0500 as a traditional mechanical metronome, an essential accessory for string and orchestral practice. Its design is dedicated to musical rhythm without electronic components.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide photos and material composition (e.g
• wood type) to confirm it's a non-powered musical accessory
• Ensure packaging labels it clearly as a metronome to prevent confusion with decorative clocks