HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9205.90 – Musical instruments; wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs
HS code 9205.90 is the 6-digit subheading for musical instruments, wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs. It is used for clarinets, flutes, saxophones, oboes and bassoons.
What HS 9205.90 covers
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.
- Covers
- Clarinets
- Flutes
- Saxophones
- Oboes
- Bassoons
- Bagpipes
- Accordions
- Harmonicas
- Examples
- Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet
- Yamaha YFL-222 Flute
- Selmer Mark VI Saxophone
- Hohner Special 20 Harmonica
- Roland FR-4X V-Accordion
Codes often confused with 9205.90
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 920590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 920590 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $123M 21% of world exports
- 2 Germany $89M 15% of world exports
- 3 France $86M 15% of world exports
World total: $586M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $131M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $66M 12% of world imports
- 3 Japan $53M 10% of world imports
World total: $527M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 9205.90
Brazil does not split HS 9205.90: its NCM code is 9205.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 92.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9205.90
What is HS code 920590?
HS code 920590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 920590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 920590 in UN Comtrade data were China ($123M, 21% of world exports), Germany ($89M) and France ($86M). World exports came to about $586M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 920590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 920590 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($131M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($66M) and Japan ($53M). World imports came to about $527M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 920590?
In Brazil, HS code 920590 is NCM 9205.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.