Carbon Fiber Violin Bow from Japan
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.
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 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