CAESAR Self-Propelled Howitzer from Germany
The CAESAR is a wheeled 155mm self-propelled artillery system on a truck chassis for rapid deployment. Despite wheels, its primary artillery function and self-propulsion classify it under HTS 9301.10.00.10, not as a standard truck.
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
• Provide engineering drawings showing integrated weapon-propulsion to avoid vehicle misclassification
• Check for Free Trade Agreement exemptions applicable to allied defense imports
• Monitor for classification challenges on wheeled vs. tracked self-propelled artillery