Yamaha YCL-255 Standard Bb Clarinet

The Yamaha YCL-255 is a student-level Bb clarinet made primarily from grenadilla wood with a grenadite barrel and body, featuring silver-plated keys and a Bb pitch. It falls under HTS 9205.90.40.20 as a woodwind clarinet, specifically designed for single-reed performance in concert bands and orchestras.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.9%+17.5%22.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇨🇦Canada4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇩🇪Germany4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇯🇵Japan4.9%+10.0%14.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9205.90Same rate: 22.4%

If made primarily of plastic or ebonite

Plastic clarinets like many student models fall under 'other woodwind instruments' due to non-wood construction.

9206.00.20.00Lower: 22.3% vs 22.4%

If imported as a musical instrument set with case

Sets comprising a clarinet and dedicated case are classified under percussion or set provisions.

9209.92.80.00Lower: 22.1% vs 22.4%

If imported as individual replacement parts only

Separate clarinet keys, pads, or mouthpieces classify as musical instrument parts rather than complete instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CITES certification for grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon) to comply with endangered species import regulations

Include detailed material composition and serial numbers in commercial invoices to avoid misclassification as brasswind instruments

Check for bore size and key configuration documentation to confirm classification as a standard clarinet rather than bass clarinet