Hobner Habana 120 Bass Accordion from Germany
Hobner Habana features a full piano keyboard with 120 bass buttons and free metal reeds, similar to portable harmoniums. HTS 9205.90.14.00 covers this as 'other' keyboard instruments with free metal reeds, excluding pipe organs. Compact design suits folk and classical players.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document bass button count and keyboard treble span precisely for statistical breakouts
• Check for ivory key coverings—declare synthetic alternatives to avoid CITES scrutiny
• Avoid pitfall of bulk packaging declaration; specify if retail-ready with case