Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) from Mexico
The Littoral Combat Ship is a fast, agile surface vessel for operations in near-shore environments, armed with missiles and helicopters. It qualifies as a warship under HTS 8906.10.00.00 for its combat role against asymmetric threats.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation highlights combat systems to justify warship status
• Comply with modular weapon system import licenses
• Pitfall: mislabeling as patrol boats leads to incorrect duties