Mason & Hamlin Model CC Concert Grand Piano from Japan
The Mason & Hamlin CC is a reintroduced American concert grand with over 9-foot (274 cm) case length, classified under HTS 9201.20.00.51. It features a crown-cut soundboard and tension resonator for rich sustain. Large case size suits symphony and recording studio applications.
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
• Use calibrated tools for length verification to prevent reclassification during audit
• Provide provenance documentation for vintage-inspired models to address any cultural property concerns
• Coordinate with specialized freight forwarders experienced in musical instrument climate control