Professional Cello from Japan
A full-size 4/4 cello made from aged tonewoods like spruce and maple, designed for orchestral use and played vertically with a bow. This bowed string instrument fits HTS 9202.10 due to its string vibration mechanism via bow.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure and declare exact dimensions to confirm classification and avoid statistical note issues
• Provide proof of professional grade (e.g
• setup with endpin and fine tuners) to distinguish from student models
• Check for Lacey Act declarations if using exotic woods to prevent delays