Soltam M-71 160mm Mortar from China
The M-71 is a heavy 160mm towed mortar delivering massive explosive payloads. It fits HTS 9301.10.00 as exemplary mortar artillery for battalion-level fire. Its large caliber requires vehicular towing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure UN arms embargo clearances if applicable; provide barrel rifling specs
• Pitfall: confusing with rocket launchers—emphasize muzzle-loading