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Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet from Germany

Modern Backun Alpha Bb clarinet with Grenadilla QK wood body offering improved acoustics and durability for advancing students. Classified precisely under HTS 9205.90.40.20 as a standard clarinet woodwind.

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

• Confirm QK wood species certification for faster CITES clearance

• Include factory test reports showing pitch accuracy (A=440/442 Hz)

• Separate ligatures and reeds in packaging to avoid set classification