Musical Instruments Case from China
Personal guitar, violin, or other instrument taken abroad for practice/performance by returning musician resident. Household/personal effect under HTS 9804.00.45 returns duty-free.
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Protect instruments during travel; show personal use
• Professional instruments may need separate declaration
• Accompany resident