Buffet Crampon R13 Professional Bb Clarinet
The Buffet Crampon R13 is a professional-grade Bb clarinet crafted from African blackwood (grenadilla) with undercut tone holes and leather pads, renowned for its rich tone in professional orchestras. Classified under HTS 9205.90.40.20 as it is a woodwind clarinet meeting the specific statistical reporting for clarinets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as A clarinets
A clarinets (in A pitch) have separate statistical breakout within the clarinet subheading.
If for bass clarinets
Larger bore bass clarinets fall under other woodwind instruments due to size differences.
If keys are gold or platinum plated
Excessive precious metal content shifts classification to imitation jewelry.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain Appendix II CITES permits for grenadilla wood body; delays common without pre-shipment approval
• Provide bore diameter (15.25mm standard) and key count (17-18 keys) specs to distinguish from A-clarinets
• Ensure mouthpiece is not included separately, as it could trigger parts classification under 9209
Related Products under HTS 9205.90.40.20
Yamaha YCL-255 Standard Bb Clarinet
The Yamaha YCL-255 is a student-level Bb clarinet made primarily from grenadilla wood with a grenadite barrel and body, featuring silver-plated keys and a Bb pitch. It falls under HTS 9205.90.40.20 as a woodwind clarinet, specifically designed for single-reed performance in concert bands and orchestras.
Selmer Signature Eb Clarinet
The Selmer Signature is a high-end Eb clarinet made from grenadilla wood with inverted tone holes and ergonomic key design for military band use. It qualifies under HTS 9205.90.40.20 as a clarinet woodwind instrument in Eb pitch.
Leblanc Opus Bb Clarinet
Vintage Leblanc Opus Bb clarinet featuring grenadilla wood construction with poly-cylindrical bore for superior projection, popular among jazz and classical clarinetists. Falls under HTS 9205.90.40.20 for woodwind clarinets.
Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet
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.