| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8205517500 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8205598000 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8203206060 | Doc | 12¢/doz. + 5.5%+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8203204000 | Doc | 67.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9209998000 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9209991000 | Doc | 43.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9202906000 | Doc | 34.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9202902000 | Doc | 42.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Here's a classification breakdown for "GUITAR STRING CHANGING TOOL" based on the provided HS code reference data. Given the description, several codes could apply depending on the tool's precise function and materials.
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8205.51.75.00: Handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof; Household tools, and parts thereof; Other.
- 82: Blades & tools, hand tools. This chapter covers a wide range of hand-operated tools.
- 05: Handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof.
- 51: Household tools, and parts thereof.
- 75: Other. This is a broad category, and could apply if the tool isn't specifically a glass cutter or a more defined household tool.
- Tax Rate: Base Duty: 3.7%, Additional Duty: 25.0%, Post 2025.4.2 Additional Duty: 30%. Total: 58.7%. This is a high rate, so confirm if this is the most accurate classification.
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8205.59.80.00: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of machine tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand- or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks; base metal parts thereof; Other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof; Other; Other.
- 82: Blades & tools, hand tools.
- 05: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included.
- 59: Other handtools.
- 80: Other. This is a very general "catch-all" for handtools not fitting elsewhere.
- Tax Rate: Base Duty: 3.7%, Additional Duty: 25.0%, Post 2025.4.2 Additional Duty: 30%. Total: 58.7%. Similar to 8205.51.75.00, confirm accuracy.
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9209.99.80.00: Parts (for example, mechanisms for music boxes) and accessories (for example, cards, discs and rolls for mechanical instruments) of musical instruments; metronomes, tuning forks and pitch pipes of all kinds; Other; Other; Other.
- 92: Musical instruments; their parts and accessories.
- 09: Parts and accessories of musical instruments.
- 99: Other parts and accessories.
- 80: Other. This code is applicable if the tool is specifically designed for musical instruments (guitars in this case) and considered an accessory.
- Tax Rate: Base Duty: 5.3%, Additional Duty: 7.5%, Post 2025.4.2 Additional Duty: 30%. Total: 42.8%. This is a lower rate than the 8205 codes, making it a potentially better fit.
Recommendations:
- Functionality: Is the tool a general-purpose tool (like pliers) or specifically designed for changing guitar strings? If it's guitar-specific, 9209.99.80.00 is more appropriate.
- Material Composition: The material of the tool could influence classification.
- Detailed Description: Provide a more detailed description of the tool's features and intended use.
- Consider 9209.99.10.00: Mutes for musical instruments; pedals, dampers and spurs for drums; pedals and holders for cymbals; lyres and other music holders for attachment to musical instruments; and collapsible stands for holding music or for holding musical instruments. If the tool is a stand or holder, this code might apply.
- Post 2025.4.2 Duty: Be aware of the increased additional duty rate after April 2, 2025.
Important Note: HS code classification is complex. It is recommended to consult with a customs broker or import specialist for a definitive classification based on the specific characteristics of your product.