T-90S Main Battle Tank

The Russian T-90S is a third-generation main battle tank with reactive armor, 125mm gun, and Kontakt-5 explosive reactive armor. Classified under HTS 8710.00.00 as a motorized armored fighting vehicle. Its design for frontline combat with or without weapons confirms the heading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8708.10.30Higher: 102.5% vs 17.5%

If parts like the main gun barrel imported separately

Individual weapon components classify under motor vehicle parts rather than complete vehicles.

8905.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If converted to floating amphibious transport without weapons

Waterway dredgers or floating structures if primary function changes to marine operations.

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