Gemeinhardt Contrabass Flute from Canada
The massive Gemeinhardt contrabass flute in C with silver-plated wood headjoint qualifies under HTS 9205.90.40 other woodwind despite flute family. Its size and mechanism complexity set it apart from standard flutes. Headjoint wood content drives classification.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Measure total length for oversized cargo declaration; exceeds standard flute dimensions
• Specify headjoint wood species for endangered materials compliance