Gemeinhardt 3SHB Solid Silver Flute from Germany
The Gemeinhhardt 3SHB features solid sterling silver headjoint, body, and foot, with hand-finished scale for rich tone. HTS 9205.90.40.60 applies as a bamboo-excluded flute, a premium transverse woodwind.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Silver content certificates prevent precious metal duty addition
• Use stratified sampling for high-value flute shipments
• Mark 'not for children under 3' due to small parts