Roland TR-808 Drum Machine
The Roland TR-808 is an analog drum machine that generates drum sounds electrically via oscillators and noise generators, amplified through speakers. It is an electrically amplified musical instrument. This falls under tariff item 9207.90.90 as other electrically amplified musical instruments.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
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If the drum machine is used for non-musical sound generation
Electrical machines with individual functions could apply if the primary use is not musical.
If the device has applications beyond musical performance
Other machines with individual functions may apply if the primary use is not musical.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the drum machine as a musical instrument, not as electronic sound equipment, to align with tariff item 9207.90.90
• Ensure the analog sound generation is documented for musical instrument use
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