Uilleann Bagpipe Practice Set from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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