Musical Saw from Germany
A specialized handsaw with a tempered steel blade designed to be played by bending and striking to produce musical tones. Falls under HTS 9208.90.00.80 explicitly as a musical saw not fitting other instrument categories. Often includes a bow and carrying case.
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
• Include blade tension specifications and playing instructions to prove musical classification
• Ensure saw teeth are dulled if marketed as instrument to avoid tool classification under Chapter 82
• Check for performance venue import restrictions on sharp instruments