Baldwin Model M Upright Piano from Japan
Baldwin M upright offers 51-inch height to back top, full-rich tone with tapered solid spruce soundboard. Falls squarely under HTS 9201.10.00 for upright pianos per floor-to-back measurement statistical note. Popular for institutional settings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Crate properly to prevent action damage during shipping—use humidity-controlled containers
• Label fiber content if bench included
• Common pitfall: incorrect height reporting leading to statistical errors