Double Manual Harpsichord from Germany
This harpsichord features two keyboards (manuals) for playing different registers simultaneously, offering greater expressive range. HTS 9201.90.00.00 covers it as an 'other' keyboard stringed instrument for professional Baroque repertoire. Typically 8-foot and 4-foot stops with optional buff.
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
• Submit scale diagrams showing multiple string choirs and coupler mechanisms for complex instrument approval
• Declare total string length and tension specs; high-tension models require reinforced shipping
• For transposing models, note keyboard range (e.g
• FF-c'''') in customs declaration