Bagpipe Chanter Reed

A double-reed instrument made from cane or synthetic materials that produces the melody when inserted into the bagpipe chanter. It falls under HTS 9209.99.2000 as a specialized part essential for the functioning of bagpipes, classified specifically for bagpipe components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9209.94Lower: 12.7% vs 17.5%

If part of a complete bagpipe set sold together

Parts sold as a set with the instrument are classified under the specific bagpipe instrument heading rather than separate parts.

4813.10.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If made primarily from synthetic plastic materials

Predominantly plastic reeds may shift to paper/reed heading if not exclusively musical instrument-specific.

9209.99.40Same rate: 17.5%

If for non-bagpipe musical instrument reeds

Reeds for other instruments like oboes fall under the general musical instrument parts subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify the reed is specifically designed for bagpipes with supplier documentation to avoid misclassification as general woodwind parts

β€’ Include material composition certificates, as cane vs. plastic can affect valuation but not primary classification