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Player Piano Music Roll from Japan

Perforated paper rolls encoded with pneumatic note patterns for automatic player pianos, reproducing classical pieces like Scott Joplin rags. Compatible with 88-note pianos, these are essential accessories. Explicitly listed under HTS 9209.99.80.00 for rolls of mechanical instruments.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include perforation pattern diagrams and piano compatibility specs in paperwork

• Declare exact length and title to avoid bulk paper misclassification

• Protect rolls from humidity damage during shipping with proper packaging