Uilleann Bagpipe Practice Set
Uilleann pipes are Irish bagpipes powered by a foot-operated bellows rather than blowing, including a chanter, drones, and regulators made from exotic woods. Despite bellows mechanism, they classify as bagpipes under HTS 9205.90.20.00 in woodwind category.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +20.0% | 20% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported without full complement of regulators
Incomplete uilleann sets lacking multiple regulators may classify as other wind instruments.
If shipping regulators or sliders separately
Individual pipe components like regulators are parts interchangeable among wind instruments.
If for electronic MIDI uilleann pipe controllers
Digital/electronic versions fall under percussion or other sound-producing instruments.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'practice set' (3-drone minimum) in documentation to differentiate from full concert sets and justify valuation
• Include bellows construction details (leather type) as integral to bagpipe identity for customs
• Comply with leather import regulations; provide tanning certificates to avoid animal product holds
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Great Highland Bagpipe
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Smallpipe in A
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