AS90 Braveheart Self-Propelled Gun from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Ensure all import documentation includes AECA registration and end-user statements for allied military transfers
• Separate valuation of mounted telescopic sights as required by statistical notes for accurate duty calculation
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections to confirm no prohibited modifications that could alter classification