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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include aiming circle valuation separately if mounted; verify demilitarization status

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