Question 1

What is HS code 9209.30?

Accepted Answer

HS code 9209.30 covers: Musical instrument strings. It belongs to chapter 92 — Musical instruments. The first 6 digits are standardized worldwide; India extends this to 8-digit ITC-HS codes and the EU to 10-digit TARIC codes.

Question 2

What is the EU import duty for HS 9209.30?

Accepted Answer

The indicative EU Common External Tariff for HS 9209.30 is 3.2%. Destination-country VAT applies on top (on the customs value plus duty). Verify the exact 10-digit TARIC rate for your product variant.

Question 3

Which taxes apply when importing HS 9209.30 into India?

Accepted Answer

Imports into India pay Basic Customs Duty by classification, a 10% Social Welfare Surcharge on the BCD, and IGST (18% for this code) on the assessable value. Use our India Import Duty Calculator for a full breakdown.

EU Import Duty	3.2%
India Export Duty	0%
IGST (India)	18%
VAT (Germany ref.)	19%

HS Code 9209.30

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