Colt Python .357 Magnum Revolver from China
The Colt Python is a premium double/single-action revolver renowned for its .357 Magnum caliber, ventilated rib barrel, and smooth trigger pull with a six-shot cylinder. Classified under HTS 9302.00.00.20 specifically as a revolver due to its cylinder design, excluding military or air gun variants in 9303/9304. It's a collector's favorite for target shooting and self-defense.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23%
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
• Verify end-user certificates to prevent diversion; high-value models like Python require detailed valuation and provenance docs
• Separate reporting for any included grips or sights to avoid duty miscalculation