Bagpipe Chanter Reed from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the reed is specifically designed for bagpipes with supplier documentation to avoid misclassification as general woodwind parts
• Include material composition certificates, as cane vs. plastic can affect valuation but not primary classification