Merkava Mk4 Main Battle Tank from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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