BEIJING: It has been reported that three string players have had their rosin confiscated when travelling to and from China in recent months.
In mid-October violinist Daniel Hope said that his rosin was confiscated when departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, after giving a concert at Shanghai Concert Hall.
Hong Kong-based cellist Trey Lee also claimed that his rosin was seized when leaving Shanghai airport, while a similar third incident was reported.
According to Klassikom, rosin is considered to be an explosive in both Shanghai and Guangzhou.
