Yamaha AR-100 Accordion from Japan
The Yamaha AR-100 is a 26-treble, 8-bass piano accordion with free metal reeds activated by a keyboard mechanism. It falls under HTS 9205.90.14.00 as a keyboard instrument similar to a harmonium, featuring free metal reeds but not a pipe organ. Designed for musicians, it produces sound through bellows and reed vibration.
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
• Verify instrument classification via free metal reed mechanism and keyboard style to avoid misfiling under non-keyboard accordions
• Include manufacturer specs and reed count in documentation; CITES may apply if exotic woods used in construction