| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8518908100 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8518906000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8548000000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9606308000 | Doc | 61.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9606216000 | Doc | 59.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9620005000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
ABS Guitar Speaker Knob Puller
An ABS Guitar Speaker Knob Puller is a tool specifically designed to remove guitar amplifier speaker knobs made of ABS plastic without causing damage to the knob or the potentiometer shaft. These pullers are particularly useful for vintage or fragile knobs where direct pulling can lead to cracking or breaking.
Material
The primary material of the puller itself is typically steel, often with a protective coating to prevent scratching the knob. The gripping surfaces that contact the knob are designed to be non-marring, frequently utilizing rubber or plastic inserts.
Purpose
The core purpose of this tool is to provide a safe and effective method for removing speaker knobs from potentiometers without the use of excessive force, which could result in damage.
Function
The puller functions by:
- Gripping: The tool securely clamps onto the speaker knob.
- Leverage: It utilizes a lever action to apply even pressure, overcoming the friction between the knob and the potentiometer shaft.
- Extraction: The controlled force allows for a straight, smooth removal of the knob.
Usage Scenarios
- Vintage Amplifiers: Commonly used on older amplifiers with potentially brittle knobs.
- Fragile Knobs: Ideal for knobs made of ABS or other plastics prone to cracking.
- Difficult Removal: When knobs are stuck due to age, corrosion, or excessive tightening.
- Professional Repair: Frequently employed by guitar technicians and amplifier repair professionals.
Common Types
While the fundamental principle remains the same, variations exist:
- Two-Jaw Pullers: These utilize two jaws to grip the knob. They are generally more versatile for different knob sizes.
- Three-Jaw Pullers: Offer a more secure grip, especially useful for knobs with irregular shapes.
- Adjustable Pullers: Allow for adjustments to accommodate a wider range of knob diameters.
- Specific Model Pullers: Some pullers are designed for specific amplifier brands or knob styles.
Based on the provided information, the declared goods relate to components potentially used in the manufacturing or repair of ABS guitars, specifically a puller for knobs on guitar speakers. Here's a breakdown of potentially relevant HS codes:
- 8518908100: This code covers microphones and stands therefor; loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency electric amplifiers; electric sound amplifier sets; parts thereof: Parts: Other: Other. Given that the item is a part related to loudspeakers (guitar speakers), this is a potential match. The 'Other' classification suggests it doesn't fall into more specific categories within this chapter.
- 8518906000: This code covers parts of the articles of subheading 8518.10.40 or 8518.29.40, specifically printed circuit assemblies. While a puller isn't a printed circuit assembly, it is still a part related to the articles covered by this chapter.
- 8548000000: This code covers electrical parts of machinery or apparatus, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter. If the puller has any electrical components or is specifically designed for use with electrical guitar equipment, this could be applicable.
- 9606308000: This code covers button molds and other parts of buttons; button blanks: Button molds and other parts of buttons; button blanks: Other. If the knob puller is designed to work with knobs that are considered 'buttons' in the broader sense, this could be relevant.
- 9606216000: This code covers buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs, button molds and other parts of these articles; button blanks: Buttons: Of plastics, not covered with textile material: Other. If the knob puller is specifically designed for plastic knobs, this could be applicable.
Tax Rate Information:
- Codes 8518908100 and 8518906000 have a base tariff of 0.0%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and an additional tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 55.0%.
- Code 8548000000 has a base tariff of 0.0%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and an additional tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 55.0%.
- Codes 9606308000 and 9606216000 have a base tariff of 6.0%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and an additional tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 61.0%.
Important Note:
The classification of this item is dependent on its precise function and material composition. If the puller is made of plastic, codes 9606216000 or 9606308000 may be more appropriate. If it is an electrical component, code 8548000000 may be applicable. If it is a general part for loudspeakers, codes 8518908100 or 8518906000 may be more appropriate.