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Muramatsu Flute Case Pad Liners from Japan

Custom foam pad liners for Muramatsu flute cases, providing cradle support for woodwind protection. Accessory under HTS 9209.99.4040 as case interior components. Prevents pad damage during transport.

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

• Density/compression specs prove flute pad protection purpose

• Case cutout patterns document specificity

• Generic foam shifts to 3921.13 plastics