Bacchus BTB-1000 Electric Bassoon from Germany
The Bacchus BTB-1000 is a hybrid electric bassoon with amplified double-reed system and carbon fiber body reinforcements. It qualifies under HTS 9205.90.60.00 as other wind musical instruments despite electronic enhancements. Primarily acoustic wind with amplification accessory.
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
• Separate electronics value in commercial invoice to avoid Chapter 85 classification
• FCC compliance labeling required for battery-powered amplification components
• Test for playability to confirm wind instrument status over electronic device