Holton H178 Folk Tenor Horn from Japan
The Holton H178 is a compact tenor horn in Bb with upright bell and three rotary valves, made of yellow brass. Classified HTS 9205.90.60.00 as other brass wind instruments. Traditional folk and brass band model.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Polish valves before shipping to prevent seizure during inspection
• Specify bell diameter and valve count for accurate wind instrument verification
• Avoid declaring as trumpet which has dedicated subheadings