9209.92.20.00 - Mutes, collapsible musical instrument stands and music holders for attachment to musical instruments

This HTS category, 9209.92.20.00, encompasses a range of accessories specifically designed for musical instruments, focusing on items that aid in sound modification or instrument support. It includes mutes, which are devices fitted to instruments to alter their tonal quality or reduce volume. Additionally, collapsible stands for musical instruments and music holders intended for direct attachment to instruments are classified here. The defining characteristic is their direct functionality and integration with musical instruments.

This classification is distinct from its sibling categories. For instance, 9209.92.40.00 specifically covers tuning pins, essential for stringed instruments but with a singular mechanical function. Similarly, 9209.92.60.00 is reserved for bows, their components, and accessories like bow hair and chin rests for bowed string instruments. The "Other" category (9209.92.80.00) serves as a residual for parts and accessories for instruments of heading 9202 that do not fit into the more specific subheadings.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. The classification of items under 9209.92.20.00 relies on their primary purpose and form. Mutes are recognized by their sound-dampening function, while instrument stands and music holders are identified by their supporting and organizational roles, specifically designed for attachment or collapsible portability in relation to musical instruments.