Coachman's Whistle from Mexico
Traditional pea whistle used by carriage drivers, made of brass with wooden mouthpiece producing piercing signal tone. Falls under HTS 9208.90.00.80 as mouth-blown sound signaling instrument. Historically significant for traffic control.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify pea construction vs acorn style in documentation for proper signaling classification
• Engrave or label with historical context to support collectible valuation
• Test for lead content compliance with CPSIA if sold as toy replica