Roland FR-1X V-Accordion
The Roland FR-1X is a digital accordion that simulates free metal reeds using MIDI technology, with a traditional keyboard layout and bellows simulation. Although electronic, it is designed to replicate the sound and playing experience of a keyboard instrument with free metal reeds, similar to a harmonium. This places it under tariff item 9205.90.20 as a 'similar keyboard instrument with free metal reeds'.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the digital accordion is considered a standard accordion
Accordions are listed under 9205.90.10, which may apply if the electronic simulation is not deemed similar to a harmonium.
If the instrument is classified as 'other' wind instruments
Fallback for instruments not matching specific categories.
If the electronic components are considered predominant
Electronic musical instruments may fall under Chapter 92 heading 9207 if they generate sound electronically.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• For digital accordions like the Roland FR-1X, confirm with CBSA that the instrument is classified based on its function as a keyboard instrument with simulated free reeds, not as electronic equipment
• Include the user manual and product description to clarify its harmonium-like nature
• Check if the digital components affect duty rates under the Customs Tariff
Related Products under Tariff item 9205.90.20
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The Excelsior 355 is a professional 4-reed piano accordion with a full piano keyboard and free metal reeds, producing rich tone through bellows-driven air. It is a keyboard instrument with free metal reeds, similar in principle to a harmonium, and is not a pipe organ or other wind instrument. This places it under tariff item 9205.90.20 for harmoniums and similar keyboard instruments with free metal reeds.
Hobner 1305 Piano Accordion
The Hobner 1305 is a compact student piano accordion with 26 piano keys and 80 bass buttons, featuring free metal reeds. It is a keyboard instrument with free metal reeds, similar to a harmonium in its operation and sound. This places it under tariff item 9205.90.20 as a 'similar keyboard instrument with free metal reeds'.
Hobner Habana 120 Bass Accordion
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.
Italiano Super Apollo 145 Piano Accordion
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Pigini Apollo Piano Accordion
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Roland FR-8X V-Accordion
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