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U.S. exports of fairground organs, musical saws, whistles, and other miscellaneous sound instruments (HS 920890) totaled $906K in July 2026.
Importers of Fairground Organs, Musical Saws, Whistles, and Other Miscellaneous Sound Instruments paid $119K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $646K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fairground Organs, Musical Saws, Whistles, and Other Miscellaneous Sound Instruments imports of $718K in July 2026 ran 23% above the year-to-date monthly average of $583K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataA catch-all for instruments that do not fit any other Chapter 92 heading, this subheading covers fairground and mechanical street organs, musical saws, and mouth-blown signal devices such as whistles and call horns, split between 9208900040 (musical instruments not elsewhere classified in Chapter 92) and 9208900080 (mouth-blown sound signalling instruments). The breadth of this heading means classification disputes are common — the line between a 'musical instrument' and a 'signalling device' is not always obvious, and CBP may require evidence of the article's primary use. China leads supply, with Canada and Vietnam also notable sources for specific product types within this eclectic heading.
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The distinction turns on primary function and design intent. Articles designed principally to produce musical tones — such as a musical saw or a novelty instrument — classify under 9208900040, while devices designed primarily to signal (referee whistles, marine fog horns, sports whistles) classify under 9208900080. Where an article serves both purposes, importers should document its marketed use and consult a customs broker, as misclassification between these two lines can affect duty liability.
If a fairground or street organ is over 100 years old, it may qualify for classification as an antique under Chapter 97, which carries different duty treatment. Importers should obtain documentation establishing the instrument's age — such as manufacturer records, auction house provenance, or expert appraisal — before filing entry, and confirm the classification with a licensed customs broker.
HSChapter 92
ImportsExports
Imports
$718KYoY · Pro
Exports
$906KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9208900080 | Mouth-Blown Sound Signalling Instruments, NESOI | $627K | 16.38% | 81.29% | $103K |
| 9208900040 | Musical Inst, Not in Any Other Heading of Chap. 92 | $34K | 13.48% | 100.00% | $5K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9208900080 | Mouth-Blown Sound Signalling Instruments, NESOI | $532K |
| 9208900040 | Musical Inst, Not in Any Other Heading of Chap. 92 | $171K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 9208
Subheading 920890 · $718K of $1.7M
Exports · July 2026
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Canada and Guatemala together take 52% of it.
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rate provision · imports
9.6% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 16.59%.