Gemeinhardt Contrabass Flute from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure total length for oversized cargo declaration; exceeds standard flute dimensions
• Specify headjoint wood species for endangered materials compliance