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Pearl Flute Headjoint Crown from Japan

Decorative and functional crown cap for Pearl flute headjoints, sealing the embouchure end. Aesthetic/structural woodwind part under HTS 9209.99.4040. Custom crowns affect flute tone and visual appeal.

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

• Engraving/patterns prove flute specificity vs generic caps

• Solid gold/silver versions need hallmark verification

• Sets with lip plate risk 9209.92 classification