M777 Howitzer from Mexico
The M777 is a lightweight 155mm towed howitzer used by military forces for field artillery support. It falls under HTS 9301.10.0080 as 'other' artillery weapons, distinct from self-propelled models in 9301.10.0040, due to its towed design and non-automatic firing mechanism.
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
• Obtain ITAR export licenses from the U.S
• State Department prior to import, as these are defense articles under the U.S
• Munitions List
• Provide detailed technical specifications and end-user certificates to verify military classification and avoid civilian misclassification
• Ensure separate valuation of optical sights if included, per statistical notes for rifles, to prevent duty calculation errors