M252 81mm Mortar from Japan
The M252 is an 81mm infantry mortar for indirect fire support at company level. Classified under HTS 9301.10.00 as mortar artillery due to its smoothbore muzzle-loading design. It provides high-angle fire for close support missions.
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
• Include aiming circle valuation separately if mounted; verify demilitarization status
• Document as complete system to avoid parts classification