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Yamaha F310 Acoustic Guitar from Japan

The Yamaha F310 is a beginner-friendly acoustic guitar made with laminated spruce top and nato back and sides, designed for entry-level players. It falls under HTS 9202.90.20.00 as a guitar valued under $100 excluding the case, classified as an other string instrument in the 'other guitars' category. This code applies to affordable imported models without exceeding the value threshold.

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

• Obtain a detailed commercial invoice specifying the guitar's value excluding any case to confirm eligibility under the $100 threshold

• Ensure the instrument is declared as a guitar and provide material composition to avoid misclassification as a toy or part

• Verify country-of-origin marking on the guitar body as required for musical instruments to prevent customs holds