Musical Saw from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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