Gibson Les Paul Electric Guitar from Japan
Gibson Les Paul is a solid-body electric guitar with a mahogany body and neck, rosewood fretboard, and humbucker pickups for sustain-heavy rock tones. HTS 9202.90.60.00 covers it as an 'other' guitar, emphasizing string vibration as the sound source before amplification.
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
• CITES permit mandatory for rosewood; declare Appendix II compliance
• High-value items need detailed appraisals to prevent undervaluation disputes
• Ensure no toy classification by including serial numbers and specs