M109 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer from Germany
The M109 Paladin is a 155mm self-propelled howitzer providing mobile artillery fire support. Despite tracks, it falls under HTS 9301.10.00 as a prime artillery weapon rather than armored vehicle. Its primary function is indirect fire from the mounted gun.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on weapon primacy over chassis; obtain DDTC registration for defense articles
• Pitfall: incorrect vehicle classification—emphasize artillery in documentation