Train Whistle
A multi-chamber metal locomotive-style whistle that replicates steam train sounds, used for model railroading. It is a mouth-blown sound signaling instrument, explicitly included in tariff item 9208.90.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the whistle is a toy for children
Chapter 92 Note 1(c) excludes toy instruments, which fall under heading 95.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the whistle under 9208.90.00 as a mouth-blown signaling instrument
• If it is made of base metal, ensure it is not a part of general use
• Provide evidence of its signaling purpose to avoid classification as a toy
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