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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Specify tensile strength and cello bow fit in technical data sheets

No CITES needed unlike natural hair, simplifying compliance