HS Code Subheading

Musical boxes

9208.10 Subheading
Section XVIII — Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; clocks and watches; musical instruments; parts and accessories thereof

About HS Code 920810

This HS code specifically covers musical boxes, which are mechanical devices that produce music through pins on a revolving cylinder or disc plucking tuned teeth. While not instruments for performance, they are widely traded globally as novelty items, gifts, collectibles, and decorative pieces. The international market for musical boxes ranges from mass-produced souvenirs to high-end, handcrafted collector's items, often featuring intricate designs and mechanisms. Exporters typically include countries with strong manufacturing capabilities for small mechanisms and decorative arts, such as China, Switzerland (historically renowned), and Japan. Importers are diverse, driven by tourism, the gift market, and collectors worldwide, valuing craftsmanship and nostalgic appeal.

Products Under This Code

Wind-up musical boxes, Crank musical boxes, Jewelry musical boxes, Carousel musical boxes, Custom musical boxes

Real World Examples

Reuge Musical Boxes, Sankyo Musical Movements, Mr. Christmas Musical Boxes, Schmid Musical Boxes, Thorens Musical Boxes

Common Misclassification

This code is specifically for musical boxes. It should not be confused with other mechanical musical instruments like fairground organs (920890) or non-musical decorative boxes (e.g., in Chapter 44 or 46).

Products Classified Under 9208.10

Music boxes

Related Codes

9208.90 Fairground and mechanical street organs, mechanical singing birds, musical saws and musical instruments n.e.c. in chapter 92; decoy calls of all kinds; whistles; call horns and other mouth-blown sound signalling instruments

Industry

This code belongs to the Instruments & Apparatus industry.

Trade Overview

China and Switzerland are significant exporters, while the USA, Japan, and Germany are major importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 920810?

HS code 920810 covers: Musical boxes. This HS code specifically covers musical boxes, which are mechanical devices that produce music through pins on a revolving cylinder or disc plucking tuned teeth. While not instruments for performance, they are widely traded globally as novelty items, gifts, collectibles, and decorative pieces. The international market for musical boxes ranges from mass-produced souvenirs to high-end, handcrafted collector's items, often featuring intricate designs and mechanisms. Exporters typically include countries with strong manufacturing capabilities for small mechanisms and decorative arts, such as China, Switzerland (historically renowned), and Japan. Importers are diverse, driven by tourism, the gift market, and collectors worldwide, valuing craftsmanship and nostalgic appeal.

What products fall under HS code 920810?

Wind-up musical boxes, Crank musical boxes, Jewelry musical boxes, Carousel musical boxes, Custom musical boxes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 920810?

This code is specifically for musical boxes. It should not be confused with other mechanical musical instruments like fairground organs (920890) or non-musical decorative boxes (e.g., in Chapter 44 or 46).

How is HS code 920810 structured?

HS code 920810 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (92) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.