Carbon Fiber Guitar Neck Blank from Germany
Pre-shaped rod for embedding in musical instrument necks to prevent warping, made of unidirectional carbon fibers. Classified in 6815.13.00.00 as non-electrical carbon fiber article, not a finished Chapter 92 instrument. Essential for high-end luthiers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document as unfinished component to avoid Chapter 92; test reports for fiber type required
• Pitfall: complete assembled necks may reclassify as instruments