Returned American Musical Instrument Case from Japan
A custom guitar case manufactured in California, exported with instrument for international tour and returned within 3 years unaltered. Covered by 9801.00.10.10 for temporary performance use abroad.
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
• Musicians provide tour itineraries and performance contracts as temporary use proof
• Keep cases separate from instruments if instruments have different classifications
• CBP music industry guidelines recommend pre-clearance for high-value returns