Flugelhorn from Japan
A brass flugelhorn with a wider conical bore producing a soft, mellow sound, typically in Bb with three valves. It qualifies for HTS 9205.10.00 as a classic brass-wind instrument relied on in jazz and brass bands.
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
• Conduct weight analysis to prove brass predominance; silver-plated models still qualify if base is brass
• Provide user manual demonstrating wind operation to distinguish from electronic mimics