U.S. imports of Wind Musical Instruments (Clarinets, Trumpets, Bagpipes & Similar) (SITC 89823) totaled $14.0M in August 2026, imported from 41 countries.
Importers of Wind Musical Instruments (Clarinets, Trumpets, Bagpipes & Similar) paid $2.6M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 14.16% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Wind Musical Instruments (Clarinets, Trumpets, Bagpipes & Similar) imports of $14.0M in August 2026 ran 15% below the year-to-date monthly average of $16.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataWoodwinds, brass, and other wind instruments not elsewhere specified — including clarinets, trumpets, flügelhorns, and bagpipes — fall under this residual heading. Material composition (brass alloy, grenadilla wood, synthetic resin) and instrument family are key classification considerations when distinguishing these goods from more specific headings. Professional-grade orchestral brass and woodwinds are widely traded globally, with European manufacturers historically prominent in the upper-quality segment.
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1.1K import shipments a month
This heading captures wind instruments not covered by a more specific SITC category. Classification turns on instrument type and construction; importers uncertain about the correct heading should request a binding ruling from CBP before shipment to avoid reclassification at entry.
Generally no special permits are required for finished wind instruments, but instruments containing animal-derived components (e.g., natural hide bags or bone fittings) may be subject to USFWS review if the species is CITES-listed. Confirming material composition in advance is advisable.
Basic heading 251 of 419 in section 8
Basic heading 89823 · $14.0M of $46.9B
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Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Japan together supply 67% of it. China pays 22.7% duty; Japan 5.4%.
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Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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Census does not publish state detail for this classification system.
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Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
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Imports
$14.0MYoY · free account
Exports
$4.1MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $190.4M of Wind Musical Instruments (Clarinets, Trumpets, Bagpipes & Similar).
Through August 2026 · exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.