9207 - Musical instruments, the sound of which is produced, or must be amplified, electrically (for example, organs, guitars, accordions):

This HTS category, 9207, encompasses musical instruments that generate or amplify sound through electrical means. This includes a wide array of instruments such as electric organs, electric guitars, and electric accordions. The defining characteristic for inclusion in this heading is the reliance on electricity for sound production or amplification, distinguishing them from purely acoustic instruments.

While other HTS chapters cover various types of musical instruments (e.g., Chapter 92 broadly includes musical instruments), this specific heading is dedicated to those with an electrical component. For instance, acoustic pianos or violins would fall under different classifications, as they do not require electrical power for their fundamental sound production. Similarly, while instruments like loudspeakers or amplifiers might be used with electrically amplified instruments, they are typically classified elsewhere based on their own function and construction.

Within HTS 9207, two primary subcategories exist: 9207.10.00 for keyboard instruments other than accordions, and 9207.90.00 for all other types of electrically amplified musical instruments. This subdivision allows for more granular classification based on the instrument's primary interface or form factor, ensuring accurate tariff application for the diverse range of electrically powered musical devices.