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Brass Trumpet Straight Mute

A straight mute made of brass designed specifically for trumpets, altering the tone by blocking the bell. It fits securely into the trumpet's bell and is used by musicians to achieve a muted sound effect. Classified under HTS 9209.99.1000 as a mute for musical instruments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+20.0%25.7%
🇲🇽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.

9209.92Lower: 17.1% vs 25.7%

If for brass-wind instruments but not a true mute

Parts and accessories for brass-wind instruments may fall under 9209.92 if not specifically a mute.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 25.7%

If made primarily of plastic rather than brass

Plastic mutes could be classified as other plastic articles if not exclusively for musical use.

7326.90.86Higher: 40.4% vs 25.7%

If bulk imported unfinished components

Unfinished metal articles may shift to general steel/iron articles heading if lacking musical specificity.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the mute is designed exclusively for musical instruments to avoid reclassification as general merchandise

• Include detailed product specs and photos in import documentation to confirm specificity to instruments like trumpets

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on brass imports from certain countries; check current Commerce Department advisories