Bach Stradivarius 180S37 Professional Bb Trumpet from Germany
The Bach Stradivarius 180S37 is a professional-grade Bb trumpet with a #37 bell, .459-inch bore, and professional Monel valves for superior projection. Classified under HTS 9205.10.00.80 as a high-value brass-wind instrument exceeding $10 each. Its hand-hammered bell and nickel silver trim make it a staple for symphony orchestras.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed specs including bore size and bell material to customs for accurate brass-wind verification
• Ensure commercial invoice lists retail value over $10 and excludes cases to prevent set classification
• Avoid pitfalls by not bundling with sheet music, which could trigger 9209 classification