Scottish Smallpipe Half Set from Germany
A Scottish smallpipe half set includes one tenor drone and chanter with a compact bag, tuned for pastoral playing, constructed from polished woods like holly. Falls under HTS 9205.90.20.00 as a complete bagpipe instrument.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Clearly mark as 'half set' with drone count to match statistical reporting requirements
• Use protective packaging for drones to prevent damage claims affecting duty adjustments
• Source from reputable makers like McCallum or Bagpipes.co.uk for easier provenance verification