9205.10.00.40 - Valued not over $10 each

This HTS classification covers brass-wind musical instruments that are valued at $10 or less each. These instruments are characterized by their sound production through the vibration of the player's lips against a mouthpiece, causing a column of air within the instrument to vibrate. Examples include certain types of toy trumpets, harmonicas, or very basic, low-cost brass instruments. The key distinguishing factor for this category is the economic valuation of the item.

This category is distinct from its sibling, HTS 9205.10.00.80, which covers brass-wind instruments valued at over $10 each. Therefore, the primary differentiator for classification is the price point. Items with a customs value exceeding $10 would fall under the sibling category, regardless of their material or construction, as long as they meet the definition of a brass-wind instrument.

As this node is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories for brass-wind instruments valued at $10 or less. Classification is complete at this level, relying solely on the definition of a brass-wind instrument and its specific customs value.