Steel Dinner Gong from Germany
A large steel gong struck with a mallet to signal dinner in homes or restaurants, often with a wooden striker. Classified under HTS 8306.10.00.00 as a nonelectric gong of base metal for producing resonant tones. Popular in Asian-inspired decor.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include striker if integral; otherwise, classify separately to prevent overvaluation
• Ensure no electronic components; test for compliance to stay in Chapter 83