English Horn Staple from Japan
Precision-machined metal staples for securing English horn reeds to bocal. Falls under HTS 9209.99.40.80 as woodwind double-reed accessory. Critical for reed stability and tone.
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 reed wire gauge and bocal taper in product specs
• Sterilize before packaging to meet health import standards
• Avoid bulk metal wire classification by including assembly instructions