Synthetic Bow Hair for Cello from Japan
Durable synthetic alternative to horsehair for cello bows, easier maintenance. Classified as bow hair under HTS 9209.92.60.00 for bowed instruments.
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
• Specify tensile strength and cello bow fit in technical data sheets
• No CITES needed unlike natural hair, simplifying compliance