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Japanese Taiko Drum Performance Kit from Germany

Professional taiko drum set with sticks, stands, and traditional performer aprons for Japanese cultural delegation goodwill visits. Covered by HTS 9806.00.35 for equipment used in short-duration public festivals and celebrations, requiring exportation or destruction at visit conclusion. Critical for authentic demonstrations of Japanese cultural heritage.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include State Department request specifying event dates and performance schedule in entry documentation

• Photograph all equipment upon arrival and departure for export verification records

• Ensure no U.S. rental or domestic substitution of equipment during visit