Merkava Mk4 Main Battle Tank from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify ally status for streamlined licensing under AECA
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• Avoid bulk import without bonded warehouse approval