Acoustic Double Bass from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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