Taurus Model 856 .38 Special Revolver from China
The Taurus 856 is an affordable six-shot revolver in .38 Special, with a steel frame and options for 2- to 6-inch barrels, designed for everyday carry. Under HTS 9302.00.00.20 as a standard revolver with revolving cylinder, not qualifying for 9303/9304 exclusions. Known for reliability in self-defense roles.
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
• Budget models often scrutinized for markings—ensure importer markings per 27 CFR 478.92
• Report capacity and action type (double-action) accurately