About HS Code 920590
This diverse HS code covers wind musical instruments other than brass, including a wide array of woodwinds like clarinets, flutes, and saxophones, as well as unique instruments such as bagpipes and accordions. International trade in these instruments is driven by cultural traditions, music education, and professional demand across various genres. Manufacturing often requires specialized craftsmanship, particularly for instruments like oboes and bassoons, while mass production caters to the student market. Key exporters include countries renowned for fine woodworking and precision manufacturing, such such as France, Germany, and Japan, alongside large-scale producers like China. Importers are widespread, reflecting the global diversity of musical styles and educational programs, with quality and playability being paramount concerns.
Products Under This Code
Clarinets, Flutes, Saxophones, Oboes, Bassoons, Bagpipes, Accordions, Harmonicas
Real World Examples
Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet, Yamaha YFL-222 Flute, Selmer Mark VI Saxophone, Hohner Special 20 Harmonica, Roland FR-4X V-Accordion
Common Misclassification
This code covers woodwind and other non-brass wind instruments. It can be confused with brass-wind instruments (920510) or parts and accessories (920992), especially reeds or mouthpieces.
Products Classified Under 9205.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Instruments & Apparatus industry.
Trade Overview
France, Germany, and Japan are significant exporters, while the USA, Germany, and China are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 920590?
HS code 920590 covers: Musical instruments; wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs. This diverse HS code covers wind musical instruments other than brass, including a wide array of woodwinds like clarinets, flutes, and saxophones, as well as unique instruments such as bagpipes and accordions. International trade in these instruments is driven by cultural traditions, music education, and professional demand across various genres. Manufacturing often requires specialized craftsmanship, particularly for instruments like oboes and bassoons, while mass production caters to the student market. Key exporters include countries renowned for fine woodworking and precision manufacturing, such such as France, Germany, and Japan, alongside large-scale producers like China. Importers are widespread, reflecting the global diversity of musical styles and educational programs, with quality and playability being paramount concerns.
What products fall under HS code 920590?
Clarinets, Flutes, Saxophones, Oboes, Bassoons, Bagpipes, Accordions, Harmonicas
What are common misclassifications for HS code 920590?
This code covers woodwind and other non-brass wind instruments. It can be confused with brass-wind instruments (920510) or parts and accessories (920992), especially reeds or mouthpieces.
How is HS code 920590 structured?
HS code 920590 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (92) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.