Baroque Violin from Japan
Historically accurate baroque model with gut strings and straight neck, played with period bow. Classifies under HTS 9202.10 as a bowed string replica instrument.
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
• Include historical reproduction certification
• Declare gut strings separately for sanitary compliance
• Store in climate-controlled shipping