Roland TR-8S Drum Machine from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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