Scarfone Excelsior 355 Piano Accordion from China

The Scarfone Excelsior 355 is a handcrafted Italian piano accordion with 41 treble piano keys, 120 bass buttons, and rich hardwood construction for classical and folk music. Classified under HTS 9205.90.15.00 due to its piano keyboard and bellows-driven reed mechanism defining piano 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

Obtain manufacturer certification confirming piano accordion classification and reed/bellows construction

Declare exact key/button count accurately for statistical reporting and customs valuation

Ensure proper packaging to prevent bellows damage during shipping, with insurance documentation