K9 Thunder Self-Propelled Howitzer from China
The K9 Thunder is a South Korean 155mm self-propelled howitzer featuring automated loading and advanced targeting. Classified under HTS 9301.10.00.10 due to its self-propelled design for artillery roles, excluding non-military construction equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include technical specifications in entry to justify military weapon classification over machinery
• Budget for potential antidumping duties if from specific high-volume exporters
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