Gibson Les Paul Standard Electric Guitar from China
Gibson Les Paul Standard features a carved maple top, set mahogany neck with 22 frets, and humbucker pickups for amplified tone. Classified under HTS 9207.90.00.40 for its fretted design and electrical sound production essential for performance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label as 'electrically amplified fretted instrument' on commercial invoice with photos of frets and electronics
• Check for restricted woods like ebony; obtain prior approval for endangered species compliance
• Bundle with gig bag only if not sold as a set; separate packaging prevents reclassification