Musical boxes, 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

HS v2017 Code: 9208

About musical boxes, 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

hs code 9208 covers a diverse range of musical instruments and sound-producing devices that are used for entertainment, signaling, and other purposes. This industry plays a significant role in the broader entertainment and music sectors, contributing to the production of unique and specialized products that cater to a wide range of applications and consumer preferences.

Production process

The production of items under hs code 9208 typically involves a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern manufacturing techniques. Many of these products, such as musical boxes and mechanical street organs, are produced using intricate mechanical components and precision engineering. The manufacturing process often includes the fabrication of specialized parts, the assembly of complex mechanisms, and the incorporation of various materials like wood, metal, and electronic components.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under hs code 9208 include raw materials such as wood, metal, and various electronic components. Specialized machinery and tools are also essential for the precise manufacturing and assembly of these products. Additionally, skilled labor with expertise in mechanical engineering, woodworking, and musical instrument design is crucial for the successful production of these unique and often intricate items.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industry covered by hs code 9208 include a wide range of musical instruments, sound-producing devices, and related products. These items are often used in the entertainment industry, such as in fairgrounds, street performances, and musical productions. They may also be used for signaling purposes, such as decoy calls, whistles, and call horns. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by 9208 Musical boxes, 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, as well as other related industries that require specialized musical and sound-producing equipment.

Family tree for musical boxes, 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

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/92'>92: Musical instruments; parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9208'>9208: Musical boxes, 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</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9201'>9201: Pianos; including automatic pianos, harpsichords and other keyboard stringed instruments</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9202'>9202: Musical instruments; string, n.e.c. in heading no. 9201, (e.g. guitars, violins, harps)</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9205'>9205: Musical instruments; wind (e.g. keyboard pipe organs, accordions, clarinets, trumpets, bagpipes), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9206'>9206: Musical instruments; percussion (e.g. drums, xylophones, cymbals, castanets, maracas)</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9207'>9207: Musical instruments; the sound of which is produced or must be amplified, electrically (e.g. organs, guitars, accordions)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9209'>9209: Musical instrument parts (for example, mechanisms for musical boxes) and accessories (for example, cards, discs and rolls for mechanical instruments); metronomes, tuning forks and pitch pipes</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/920810'>920810: Musical boxes</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/920890'>920890: 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</a>"]


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