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9209.99.16.00 - For pipe organs of subheading 9205.90.12 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo., kg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty35%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS classification, 9209.99.16.00, specifically covers parts and accessories for pipe organs that fall under subheading 9205.90.12. These items are essential components or supplementary articles designed to be used with or enhance the functionality of pipe organs. This can include a wide range of elements, from internal mechanisms like bellows, keyboards, and stop mechanisms, to external decorative or functional pieces. The classification hinges on the direct relationship and intended use with pipe organs classified within the specified subheading.

To distinguish this category from its siblings, it is crucial to note its specific focus on pipe organs. For example, 9209.99.18.00 covers parts and accessories for a different set of instruments under subheading 9205.90.14, while 9209.99.20.00 is dedicated to bagpipes. Similarly, 9209.99.40 applies to other woodwind and brass wind instruments, and 9209.99.61.00 is for music boxes. The "Other" categories within 9209.99.80.00 are for parts and accessories not specifically enumerated for other instruments. Therefore, 9209.99.16.00 is precisely delineated for items pertaining exclusively to pipe organs of a particular type.

As a leaf node, this classification does not contain further subcategories. The primary classification criteria revolve around whether the part or accessory is manufactured for, and is integral to the operation or maintenance of, a pipe organ as defined by subheading 9205.90.12. The scope is precise, ensuring that only items directly associated with this specific type of musical instrument are correctly categorized.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 9209.99.16.00?
HTS code 9209.99.16.00 covers For pipe organs of subheading 9205.90.12 under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 92: Musical instruments; parts and accessories of such articles.
›What products are classified under 9209.99.16.00?
This classification covers For pipe organs of subheading 9205.90.12. It is a subcategory of Other:.
›What is the import duty rate for 9209.99.16.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 9209.99.16.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 35%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 9209.99.16.00?
Imports under HTS 9209.99.16.00 are measured in No.","kg.

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