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Synthetic Bow Hair for Cello

Durable synthetic alternative to horsehair for cello bows, easier maintenance. Classified as bow hair under HTS 9209.92.60.00 for bowed instruments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5404.90.00Higher: 37.5% vs 20%

If bulk synthetic filament without bow context

Man-made filaments go to Chapter 54 if not specialized.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify tensile strength and cello bow fit in technical data sheets

• No CITES needed unlike natural hair, simplifying compliance