Sourcing keyboards and electric guitars from China
Electric musical instruments from China, including digital pianos, keyboards, synthesisers, electronic organs, electric guitars and basses, pay 2% UK duty, with no anti-dumping duty. They need electrical safety and EMC evidence for their power supplies, bring WEEE obligations, and Bluetooth or app-connected models fall under radio and PSTI rules. Cambridge China Bridge sources them.
Digital pianos, keyboards, synthesisers, electronic organs and electric guitars pay 2% UK duty from China. Electrical safety, WEEE and quality explained.
A flat 2%
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 25 September 2026, keyboard instruments other than accordions, such as organs, digital pianos and synthesisers, and other electric instruments such as guitars, carried 2% duty on goods from China, with no anti-dumping measure.
Acoustic guitars, pianos and amplifiers are in other headings; confirm the commodity code.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organs | 9207 10 10 00 | 2% | None |
| Digital pianos | 9207 10 30 00 | 2% | None |
| Synthesisers | 9207 10 50 00 | 2% | None |
| Other keyboard instruments | 9207 10 80 00 | 2% | None |
| Electric guitars | 9207 90 10 00 | 2% | None |
| Other electric instruments | 9207 90 90 00 | 2% | None |
Electrical safety and connectivity
Mains-powered instruments and power adapters fall within the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and need EMC evidence with UKCA or CE marking. Bluetooth or app-connected keyboards are radio equipment and connectable products under PSTI, and all bring WEEE duties.
Playability and brands
For digital pianos, specify key action, polyphony, sound source and speakers; for guitars, specify wood, neck, frets, pickups and setup. Test samples with a player. Body shapes and headstocks that copy famous brands can infringe designs and trademarks; the IP guide explains the risk.
Packing and inspection
Instruments need shock-proof packing and humidity control in transit. At inspection, play every key or string, check electronics, finish and fret ends.
Cambridge China Bridge sources digital pianos, keyboards and electric guitars, with safety, playability and brand questions settled before the order. See how our sourcing service works.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on digital pianos from China?
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 25 September 2026, digital pianos, keyboards, synthesisers and electric guitars of heading 9207 carried 2% duty from China.
Are acoustic guitars in heading 9207?
No. Acoustic string instruments are classified elsewhere.
Do Bluetooth keyboards fall under PSTI?
Yes when they connect to a network or app, as connectable products.
Can I sell guitars shaped like famous models?
Copying protected body shapes or headstocks can infringe designs and trademarks.