M109 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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