AS90 Braveheart Self-Propelled Gun

The AS90 is a British 155mm self-propelled artillery gun designed for rapid fire and mobility in combat zones. Its self-propelled tracked design with onboard propulsion system places it squarely under HTS 9301.10.00.10 for self-propelled artillery weapons. It is distinct from towed guns or non-military equipment.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

9301.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If not self-propelled but mounted on separate vehicle platforms

Non-self-propelled artillery howitzers fall under different statistical suffixes within the artillery subheading.

8711Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If for motorcycle or wheeled self-propelled chassis without armament

Base chassis without weapon systems may classify as military motorcycles or similar under Chapter 87.

9406Lower: 12.9% vs 17.5%

If imported as prefabricated military shelters with integrated light artillery

Prefabricated buildings with minor armaments shift to Chapter 94 for structures rather than weapons.

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