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Coachman's Whistle from Japan

A metal pea whistle historically used by coach drivers for signaling, producing shrill tones when blown. It falls under tariff item 9208.90.00 as a mouth-blown sound signalling instrument, not incorporated into any other musical instrument.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6%
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  • HC

    Consumer Products Safety · May be required

    May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 9208900000; Equal To 9208900000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

Import Tips

• Ensure the whistle is not part of a set with other instruments to avoid reclassification

• Declare it as a mouth-blown sound signalling instrument under 9208.90.00

• Keep proof of origin to claim any preferential tariff treatment

Coachman's Whistle from Japan — Import Duty Rate | Tariff item 9208.90.00