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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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