Baldwin Model M Grand Piano from Japan
Baldwin Model M grand piano with 186 cm case length falls under HTS 9201.20.00.41 for mid-sized grand pianos. It boasts a rich bass response from its tapered solid spruce soundboard and responsive Renner action. This American-made instrument targets serious students and recital halls.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include action parts origin breakdown; Baldwin uses German Renner actions which affects country-of-origin marking
• Verify soundboard wood species (spruce only) to avoid reclassification if mahogany substitutes used
• Pre-arrange bonded warehouse storage for climate control; temperature fluctuations damage pinblock integrity