D'Addario Helicore Violin E String from China
This is a high-tension steel core violin E string with a platinum-plated finish, designed for professional and student violinists. It falls under HTS 9209.30.00.00 as it is specifically a string for bowed string instruments like violins. The string provides exceptional projection and a focused tone.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Verify string material composition (e.g
• steel core with platinum plating) matches HTS description to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed invoices specifying instrument type (violin) and string gauge for customs valuation