Wind Chest for Household Wind Musical Instruments

A wind chest is a mechanical component that supplies and regulates air pressure to the pipes or reeds in household wind musical instruments like small organs or harmoniums, classified under 9209.99.18.00 as a part specifically for instruments of 9205.90.14. It ensures proper sound production by distributing air evenly. This part is essential for the functioning of these acoustic, non-electronic wind instruments designed for home use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.7%+17.5%20.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9209.92.60Lower: 17.5% vs 20.2%

If designed for pipe organs or similarly complex wind instruments

Parts for pipe organs fall under specific subheadings for 9205.90 other wind instruments beyond household types.

8414.90Lower: 10% vs 20.2%

If sold as a general air pump or bellows mechanism without musical specificity

Generic air supply components are classified as parts of air pumps in Chapter 84, not musical instrument parts.

9209.99.40Lower: 17.5% vs 20.2%

If intended for electronic or amplified musical instruments

Parts for electrified instruments in 9207.10 are separated from acoustic wind instrument parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify the part is exclusively for instruments under 9205.90.14 (household wind types) with supplier documentation to avoid misclassification

β€’ Include detailed technical specs and diagrams in import entries to prove functionality as a musical instrument part, not general machinery

β€’ Check for any electronic components, as those may shift to HTS Chapter 92 accessories or Chapter 85

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Reed Block Assembly for Household Harmoniums

The reed block assembly holds and aligns free reeds in household harmoniums or reed organs, producing sound when air passes through, fitting 9209.99.18.00 for parts of 9205.90.14 instruments. It is a precision-machined wooden or plastic block with tuned metal reeds. This component is critical for tonal quality in these portable home wind instruments.

Keyboard Action Mechanism for Small Reed Organs

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Valve Assembly for Household Pipe Organs

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Stop Action Tracker Board for Reed Organs

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