Uilleann Bagpipe Practice Set from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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