HTS 9202.90.40.00: US import duty from China
Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps), Other, Guitars, Other. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 8.7% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 7.5% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 16.2% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $870.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $750.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $11,667.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 9202.90.40.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 9202.90.40.00 (Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps), Other, Guitars, Other) have a duty of 16.2% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 9202.90.40.00 cover?
Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps), Other, Guitars, Other. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 9202.90.40.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $11,667, about 16.7% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 9202
- 9202.10.00.00Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps), Played with a bow
- 9202.90.20.00Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps), Other, Guitars, Valued not over $100 each, excluding the value of the case
- 9202.90.60.00Other string musical instruments (for example, guitars, violins, harps), Other, Other
All of Chapter 92: Musical instruments; parts and accessories of such articles →
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.