M249 SAW Light Machine Gun from Japan
The M249 Squad Automatic Weapon is a 5.56mm light machine gun used by military forces for suppressive fire. It features a quick-change barrel and belt-fed ammunition, classifying under HTS 9301.90.90.30 as a machine gun due to its automatic firing capability exceeding 600 rounds per minute. This excludes revolvers, pistols, and heading 9307 arms.
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
• Obtain ITAR export licenses from the U.S
• State Department prior to import, as machine guns are defense articles
• Provide end-user certificates and ensure ATF Form 6 compliance for military-grade firearms
• Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete serialization documentation, which can delay customs clearance