Product classification
HS code for Electronic instrument accessories: 9209.94
Musical instruments, parts and accessories for the musical instruments the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically (e.g. organs, guitars and accordions).
Classification of electronic instrument accessories under HS 9209.94
Electronic instrument accessories are classified under HS code 9209.94 because they are specifically designed as parts or auxiliary components for musical instruments where sound is produced or must be amplified electrically. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically Rule 1 and Rule 6, products are classified based on the terms of the headings and subheadings. Heading 9209 covers parts and accessories for musical instruments. Subheading 9209.94 is the specific designation for items used with instruments from heading 9207, such as electric guitars, synthesizers, and digital organs. To fall under this code, the accessory must be identifiable as being solely or principally for use with an electronic musical instrument. This classification excludes general-purpose electrical components like standard cables or power adapters that are not uniquely configured for musical applications. The determination relies on the accessory's specialized function in the signal chain or physical assembly of the instrument.
- Covers
- Electric guitar pickups and electromagnetic transducers
- Bridges and tailpieces for electric violins or guitars
- Pedal boards and specialized foot switches for synthesizers
- Electronic drum pads and trigger modules
- Internal circuit boards for digital pianos
- Also under 9209.94
- Fender pickups
- Seymour Duncan pickups
- Electro-Harmonix tubes
- Boss footswitches
- Roland circuit boards
Codes often confused with 9209.94
Common mistake. These items are frequently misclassified under HS code 8518, which covers microphones and loudspeakers. While an electric guitar pickup is a transducer, it is specifically excluded from 8518 when it is a part of a musical instrument. Another common error is using HS code 8544 for specialized instrument cables; however, if the cable is fitted with specific connectors for musical instruments and sold as an accessory, 9209.94 may apply depending on local customs rulings, though 8544 remains a common alternative for general wiring.
Top exporters and importers of HS 920994 (the code used for electronic instrument accessories), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 920994 (the code used for electronic instrument accessories) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 920994, not only electronic instrument accessories.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $71M 14% of world exports
- 2 United States $63M 13% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $57M 12% of world exports
World total: $488M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $86M 19% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $68M 15% of world imports
- 3 Germany $40M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $452M 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 electronic instrument accessories
Brazil classifies electronic instrument accessories under NCM 9209.94.00: HS 9209.94 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electronic instrument accessories
What is the HS code for Electronic instrument accessories?
The HS code for Electronic instrument accessories is 920994 (Musical instruments; parts and accessories for the musical instruments the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically (e.g. organs, guitars and accordions)). The primary HS code is 9209.94, which covers parts and accessories for musical instruments that produce or amplify sound electrically.
How do I classify Electronic instrument accessories for customs?
Electronic instrument accessories is classified under HS code 920994 — Musical instruments; parts and accessories for the musical instruments the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically (e.g. organs, guitars and accordions). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include amplifiers?
No, standalone amplifiers are typically classified under HS code 8518.40 as audio-frequency electric amplifiers, even if they are intended for use with musical instruments.
Which countries are the top exporters of electronic instrument accessories (HS 920994)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 920994 (the code used for electronic instrument accessories) in UN Comtrade data were China ($71M, 14% of world exports), the United States ($63M) and South Korea ($57M). World exports came to about $488M, 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 electronic instrument accessories (HS 920994)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 920994 (the code used for electronic instrument accessories) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($86M, 19% of world imports), Indonesia ($68M) and Germany ($40M). World imports came to about $452M, 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.
Is the HS code for Electronic instrument accessories the same in all countries?
The base HS code 920994 for Electronic instrument accessories is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for electronic instrument accessories in Brazil?
In Brazil, electronic instrument accessories (HS 920994) is classified under NCM 9209.94.00.