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Acoustic Double Bass from Germany

A large 3/4 size upright bass for jazz or classical ensembles, played with a German or French bow style. This contrabass string instrument is classified in HTS 9202.10 for bow-played mechanism.

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

Declare gross weight accurately due to size; consider partial shipments

Attach humidification setup instructions if required for wood stability post-import

Ensure bow is declared separately unless bundled as a set