Musical instruments; parts and accessories for string musical instruments other than keyboard instruments

HS v2022 Code: 920992

About musical instruments; parts and accessories for string musical instruments other than keyboard instruments

HS code 920992 covers a diverse range of musical instruments, including guitars, violins, cellos, and other string instruments. This industry plays a vital role in the global music and entertainment sectors, providing the tools for musicians to create and perform a wide variety of musical styles. The production and trade of these instruments are important economic activities, contributing to the livelihoods of artisans, manufacturers, and musicians around the world.

Production process

The production of string musical instruments typically involves a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern manufacturing techniques. Skilled luthiers carefully select and shape the wood, often using specialized tools and jigs, to create the instrument's body and neck. The strings, tuning mechanisms, and other components are then meticulously assembled and adjusted to ensure optimal sound quality and playability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of string musical instruments include high-quality woods, such as spruce, maple, and ebony, as well as specialized hardware like strings, tuning pegs, and bridges. Manufacturers also rely on a range of tools, including saws, chisels, and sanders, as well as adhesives, varnishes, and other finishing materials. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, with luthiers and technicians playing a crucial role in the design, construction, and maintenance of these instruments.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 920992 are the various string musical instruments themselves, including guitars, violins, violas, cellos, and double basses. These instruments are then consumed by 920110 Musical instruments; pianos and other keyboard stringed instruments and 920210 Musical instruments; wind musical instruments manufacturers, as well as by individual musicians, music schools, and performance venues.

Revisions to 920992

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 920992. The most recent 1 version of this code (920992) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 920992.

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    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/920930'>920930: Musical instrument strings</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/920991'>920991: Musical instruments; parts and accessories for pianos</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/920994'>920994: Musical instruments; parts and accessories for the musical instruments the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically (e.g. organs, guitars and accordions)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/920999'>920999: Musical instruments; parts and accessories for musical instruments n.e.c. in heading no. 9209; metronomes, tuning forks and pitch pipes</a>"]

    

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