Padded Electric Guitar Soft Case from Japan
A lightweight, zippered case with thick foam padding for electric guitars, outer surface of durable textile fabric. Classified under HTS 4202.92.50.00 for musical instrument cases with textile exteriors, offering gig-ready protection without the bulk of hard cases. Includes backpack straps for easy transport.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document foam density and construction to prove it's a protective musical case, not a general padded bag under Chapter 39
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming textile sheeting as outer surface to prevent reclassification to plastic categories
• Watch for combined shipments with instruments; separate invoices to avoid set classification under Chapter 92