Freedom-class Littoral Combat Ship from Germany
The Freedom-class LCS is a trimaran-hulled warship optimized for speed and shallow-water operations with helicopter and UAV capabilities. Classified as a warship in HTS 8906.10.00.00 for its modular combat mission packages.
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%
Import Tips
• Document modular payload configurations to support classification
• Ensure anti-corrosion treatments meet naval standards
• Avoid bulk packaging misclassification as parts