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Keyboard Action Mechanism for Small Reed Organs from Japan

This keyboard action mechanism translates key presses into valve movements for air control in small household reed organs under 9205.90.14, classified in 9209.99.18.00. It includes levers, springs, and trackers for responsive playability. Designed for acoustic, non-electric home instruments.

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

• Submit engineering drawings showing integration with wind instrument valves to confirm HTS 9209.99.18.00 applicability

• Avoid bundling with electronic sensors; separate imports to maintain acoustic classification

• Document end-use as replacement parts for household instruments to bypass general machinery tariffs