Orchestral Tubular Bell Chime Set from Germany
Professional 2.5-octave set of tuned aluminum tubular bells with mallets, used in symphony orchestras for dramatic effects. Classified in HTS 9206.00.60.00 as a chime set of tuned bells for percussion sections.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ship with protective tubing to prevent detuning; include ISO pitch certification
• Verify set completeness including frame and mallets for classification
• Avoid declaring as xylophone parts to prevent 9209 shift