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Merkava Mk4 Main Battle Tank from China

Israel's Merkava Mk4 tank features front-mounted engine for crew protection, 120mm gun, and Trophy active protection system. Classified HTS 8710.00.00.60 as other armored fighting vehicle, motorized with weapons. Optimized for urban warfare and rapid deployment.

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 ally status for streamlined licensing under AECA

Customs requires photos/specs for armor classification

Avoid bulk import without bonded warehouse approval

Merkava Mk4 Main Battle Tank from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8710.00.00.60