</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →

Diplomatic Child's Traditional Musical Instruments from Japan

Set of traditional ethnic musical instruments for diplomat's children imported under 9806.00.50. State Department requested for personal/family cultural education use by alien government employee's family. Includes drums, flutes, string instruments.

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

Age-appropriate documentation; cultural education purpose statement; acoustic testing if applicable