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Post by chrysa on Jan 15, 2017 10:45:28 GMT
I just put an order in for a basic Dunhuang erhu on Ebay, and I was wondering what people's experiences with buying erhu are.
Do Ebay sellers usually provide the CITES exportation paperwork? I did request it, and I hope it is enclosed.
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Post by edcat7 on Jan 15, 2017 11:42:50 GMT
Hi chrysa and welcome,
I've bought a couple of erhus on eBay and have had no problems (touch wood) so far. However if you are unlucky and the customs guy is particularly keen, he is within his right to confiscate it.
A CITES permit costs the seller $40 and I suspect most buyers are unwilling to pay for one especially for a budget erhu. As I understand it for a CITES permit to be completely legal BOTH buyer and seller have to apply for one from each of their respective countries.
I bought a Brazilian rosewood classical guitar from Canada and I had to apply for an Import permit in the UK. When I got an expensive erhu from Easons in Singapore I made sure a CITES permit was included.
My guess is the buyer won't include a CITES permit unless you are prepared to pay for it. In short, if you erhu doesn't cost much I wouldn't bother.
Best wishes,
Ed
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Post by davidmdahl on Jan 15, 2017 23:39:59 GMT
According to their website, for overseas shipments Eason Music ships all erhus with a CITES certificate. They also guarantee delivery. There may be some recourse with Paypal if an erhu purchased via Ebay doesn't arrive for some reason. The danger of confiscation may depend on the destination. I prefer not to worry.
Best wishes,
David
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