Turkey Hunting Call
A friction-based box call rubbed with a striker to imitate turkey gobbles, made of wood. It is classified under 9208.90.00 as a decoy call, specifically designed for hunting.
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 call is designed as a toy
Toy instruments are excluded from Chapter 92 by note 1(c).
If the call produces musical tones
Wind instruments of heading 9205 may apply if used for music.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the call as a decoy call, not a musical instrument, to ensure correct classification
• Verify that the wood is treated to meet import phytosanitary standards
• Check if any provincial hunting regulations affect the import
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