Yamaha GB1K Grand Piano from China
The Yamaha GB1K is a baby grand piano with a case length of 158 cm (62.2 inches), fitting precisely within the 152.40 cm to 167.64 cm range for HTS 9201.20.00.21. It features a solid spruce soundboard and German hammer felt for professional tone quality. This classification applies to grand pianos of this specific size, distinguishing it from concert grands or smaller parlor models.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Measure case length perpendicularly from keyboard cabinet front edge to grand rim tail center per statistical note for accurate subheading
• Provide manufacturer's specifications and photos verifying dimensions to avoid reclassification
• Ensure CITES compliance if ebony or rosewood is used in keys or trim