Leblanc Opus Bb Clarinet from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• For vintage models, provide age certification to qualify for potential duty reductions
• Photograph serial numbers and stamps for provenance verification
• Avoid bulk shipments mixed with other woodwinds to prevent reclassification