D'Addario Helicore Violin E String from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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