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Brazilwood Cello Bow from Japan

Affordable brazilwood bow optimized for cellos, a bowed string instrument under heading 9202. This accessory is specifically listed in HTS 9209.92.60.00 for bows and parts.

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

• Provide bow length and weight specs in documentation to match cello-specific design

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as toy items if sized for student instruments

• Bundle with cases only if not sold as a set to prevent set classification issues