Product classification
HS code for Digital pianos: 9207.10
Musical instruments, keyboard, (other than accordions), the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically.
Classification of digital pianos under HS 9207.10
Digital pianos are classified under HS code 9207.10 because they are musical instruments where the sound is produced or must be amplified electrically. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, Chapter 92 covers musical instruments, and heading 9207 specifically addresses those that rely on electrical or electronic means to generate sound. This is distinct from acoustic instruments in heading 9201, which produce sound through mechanical vibration of strings and a soundboard. Subheading 9207.10 is designated for keyboard instruments. Digital pianos utilize electronic oscillators, sound chips, or digital samples stored in memory to replicate the sound of a traditional piano. When a key is pressed, a sensor triggers the playback of a recorded sound, which is then amplified and output through speakers or headphones. This electronic sound generation is the primary criterion for classification. Even if the instrument features a wooden cabinet and weighted keys designed to mimic the physical response of an acoustic piano, its internal electronic architecture dictates its placement in 9207.10. This code also encompasses synthesizers and electronic organs, provided they are keyboard-based.
- Covers
- Digital upright pianos
- Digital grand pianos
- Electronic keyboards with built-in speakers
- Synthesizers with integrated keyboards
- Stage pianos
- Also under 9207.10
- Yamaha P-45 Digital Piano
- Korg KRONOS Synthesizer
- Roland RD-2000 Stage Piano
- Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol S61
- Nord Electro 6D
Codes often confused with 9207.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is placing digital pianos under 9201.10 or 9201.20, which are reserved for acoustic upright and grand pianos respectively. The distinction lies entirely in the method of sound production. Additionally, MIDI controllers that do not have an internal sound engine (and thus cannot produce sound on their own) are often misclassified here; however, they should be classified under 8543.70 as electrical machines with individual functions, as they are essentially data input devices rather than musical instruments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 920710 (the code used for digital pianos), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 920710 (the code used for digital pianos) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 920710, not only digital pianos.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $399M 31% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $191M 15% of world exports
- 3 Germany $183M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $218M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $203M 15% of world imports
- 3 Japan $90M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for digital pianos
Brazil splits HS 9207.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9207.10.10Synthesizers
- 9207.10.90Other electric keyboards, excluding accordions
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about digital pianos
What is the HS code for Digital pianos?
The HS code for Digital pianos is 920710 (Musical instruments; keyboard, (other than accordions), the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically). Digital pianos are classified under HS code 9207.10, which covers keyboard musical instruments with electrical sound production.
How do I classify Digital pianos for customs?
Digital pianos is classified under HS code 920710 — Musical instruments; keyboard, (other than accordions), the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are hybrid pianos classified differently?
If a hybrid piano uses a traditional acoustic soundboard and strings as its primary sound source but adds electronic components, it may fall under 9201. If the sound is primarily electronic, it remains in 9207.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of digital pianos (HS 920710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 920710 (the code used for digital pianos) in UN Comtrade data were China ($399M, 31% of world exports), Indonesia ($191M) and Germany ($183M). World exports came to about $1.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of digital pianos (HS 920710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 920710 (the code used for digital pianos) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($218M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($203M) and Japan ($90M). World imports came to about $1.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Digital pianos the same in all countries?
The base HS code 920710 for Digital pianos is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for digital pianos in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 920710 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for digital pianos depends on the product's details: 9207.10.10 (Synthesizers), 9207.10.90 (Other electric keyboards, excluding accordions).