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Tuba from Japan

A full-sized BBb contrabass tuba of brass construction with multiple valves for orchestral bass lines. HTS 9205.10.00 applies to this iconic brass-wind instrument.

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

Declare exact dimensions for freight; large size impacts valuation

Compensating valve systems must be shown functional