Handmade Bass Violin
Artisanal bass violin with carved scroll and purfling, tuned in fifths and exclusively bow-played. Falls under HTS 9202.10 as a professional bowed string instrument akin to double bass.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.2% | +12.5% | 15.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.2% | +10.0% | 13.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.2% | +10.0% | 13.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If hybrid with non-standard strings
Non-traditional configurations may classify as other string instruments.
If antique over 100 years old
Historical musical instruments qualify as antiques separately.
If with integrated wooden stand
Sets including furniture-like stands shift to office furniture if dominant.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide artisan certificates for potential duty reductions on handmade goods
• Photograph interior labels and stamps for provenance verification
• Avoid over-declaring value to prevent higher duties on appraised antiques
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