Hobner Habana 120 Bass Accordion from Mexico
The Hobner Habana 120 is a bass accordion featuring a full piano keyboard and 120 bass buttons, with free metal reeds activated by bellows. It functions as a portable keyboard instrument with free metal reeds, akin to a harmonium in its sound production mechanism. This aligns with tariff item 9205.90.20 for harmoniums and similar keyboard instruments with free metal reeds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
7%
Import Tips
• Classify the Hobner Habana 120 under 9205.90.20 by emphasizing its keyboard mechanism and free metal reeds in the import documentation
• Keep the original invoice and product manual to verify the instrument's specifications to CBSA officers
• Consult a customs broker if unsure whether the accordion qualifies as a 'similar keyboard instrument' to a harmonium