Musical instruments; wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs

HS v2022 Code: 920590

About musical instruments; wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs

HS code 920590 covers a diverse range of wind-powered musical instruments, excluding brass instruments and certain types of organs. This industry plays a vital role in the global music and entertainment sectors, providing the tools for musicians and performers to create a wide variety of sounds and musical styles. The production and trade of these specialized instruments are an important part of the broader cultural and creative economy.

Production process

The manufacture of wind instruments under HS code 920590 typically involves a combination of precision woodworking, metalworking, and specialized assembly techniques. Skilled craftspeople shape and assemble the various components, such as the body, keys, and valves, using a range of tools and machinery. The finishing process often includes detailed carving, varnishing, or other decorative elements to enhance the instrument's aesthetic appeal and tonal qualities.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of wind instruments covered by HS code 920590 include high-quality woods (e.g., maple, rosewood, ebony), metals (e.g., brass, silver), specialized hardware (e.g., keys, valves), and adhesives. Manufacturers also rely on precision tools, molds, and other equipment to shape and assemble the intricate components. Additionally, skilled labor, particularly in the areas of woodworking, metalworking, and instrument tuning, is a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The wind instruments produced under HS code 920590 are primarily used by musicians, orchestras, and other musical ensembles. These instruments are often consumed by 920110 Musical instruments; pianos, including automatic pianos, 920210 Musical instruments; organs, including harmoniums and similar keyboard instruments with free metal reeds, and 920290 Musical instruments; other keyboard instruments, e.g. harpsichords, clavichords, as they are commonly used in a wide range of musical genres and performances.

Revisions to 920590

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 920590. The most recent 1 version of this code (920590) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 920590.

Family tree for musical instruments; wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/92'>92: Musical instruments; parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9205'>9205: Musical instruments; wind (e.g. keyboard pipe organs, accordions, clarinets, trumpets, bagpipes), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/920590'>920590: Musical instruments; wind, other than brass, (eg. clarinet, bagpipes, pipe organs), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/920510'>920510: Musical instruments; brass-wind (e.g. trumpets), other than fairground organs and mechanical street organs</a>"]

    

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