Roland TR-8S Drum Machine from Germany
The Roland TR-8S rhythm machine emulates classic TR-series drum sounds using analog modeling and sampling, electrically produced and amplified. Under HTS 9207.90.00 for electric percussion instruments. Features ACB modeling and individual analog circuits per instrument.
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
• Specify analog circuitry per drum voice confirming electronic instrument construction
• Document sequencer functionality as integral to musical performance
• Avoid descriptions emphasizing recording features that could shift classification