Entry-Level Alto Horn from China
Brass alto horn in Eb key with upright bell design for easier handling by beginners. Classified in 9205.10.00.40 for low-cost brass-wind instruments under $10, popular in British-style brass bands.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Conduct pre-shipment value audits to stay under $10 threshold; prepare for CBP exams with serial numbers if applicable
• Pitfall: Incorrect country-of-origin marking on brass components