Carbon Fiber Violin Bow
A high-performance violin bow crafted from carbon fiber, designed for string instruments played with a bow like violins and violas. It falls under HTS 9209.92.60.00 as a complete bow for bowed string instruments of heading 9202.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for non-bowed string instruments like guitars
Parts and accessories for plucked string instruments of heading 9202 fall under a separate subheading.
If designed for keyboard stringed instruments
Accessories for harpsichords or similar keyboard instruments are classified differently.
If imported as bulk wooden components, not assembled bows
Unworked or roughly shaped wood for tool handles or similar may shift to Chapter 44.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the bow is specifically for bowed string instruments (e.g
• violin family) to confirm classification under 9209.92.60
• Include detailed material composition and instrument compatibility in commercial invoices to avoid reclassification
• Check for CITES compliance if using endangered wood species like pernambuco in the bow
Related Products under HTS 9209.92.60.00
Mongolian Horsehair Bow Hair
Premium Mongolian horsehair for violin family bow rehairing. Explicitly HTS 9209.92.60.00.
Pernambuco Viola Bow
Traditional viola bow made from pernambuco wood, essential for playing bowed string instruments such as violas. Classified under HTS 9209.92.60.00 for bows of instruments in heading 9202.
Brazilwood Cello Bow
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.
Horsehair Bow Rehair Kit
Kit containing bow hair for rehairing violin or viola bows, a direct accessory for bowed string instruments. Falls under HTS 9209.92.60.00 as explicitly listed bow hair.
Ebony Violin Chin Rest
Ergonomic ebony chin rest clipped onto violins for player comfort during performance. Classified in HTS 9209.92.60.00 as other parts and accessories for bow-played string instruments.
Titanium Violin Bow Tip
Durable titanium replacement tip for violin bows, protecting the hair end. Listed under HTS 9209.92.60.00 as parts of bows for heading 9202 instruments.