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Gold-Plated Copper Guitar Fret Wire from Germany

Copper-zinc alloy wire for guitar frets, gold-plated for wear resistance and tone. Classified in HTS 7419.80.30.00 as other copper articles (brass base) plated with precious metal.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify as brass (copper-zinc per chapter notes) with gold electroplating specs

Ship in coils, not installed on necks, to maintain Chapter 74 status

Check for Section XV notes exclusions if considered musical instrument parts