Roland FR-8X V-Accordion from China

The Roland FR-8X is a digital piano accordion featuring a 96-button keyboard layout with bellows simulation and MIDI connectivity for modern performances. It falls under HTS 9205.90.15.00 as a piano accordion, classified specifically for instruments with piano-style keys and bellows mechanism typical of accordions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify the instrument's keyboard configuration matches piano accordion specs (right-hand piano keys, left-hand bass buttons) to avoid reclassification

Include detailed technical specs and photos in documentation to confirm bellows and accordion mechanism compliance

Check for CITES restrictions if any exotic woods are used in construction