Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm from China
The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield is a micro-compact semi-automatic striker-fired pistol in 9mm, optimized for everyday carry with a thin profile and optional manual thumb safety. It falls under HTS 9302.00.00 as a civilian revolver or pistol, distinct from longarms in 9303 or arms in 9304.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Submit detailed technical specs and photos with ATF application; ensure markings comply with 18 U.S.C. § 923
• Watch for pitfalls in valuing imported sights separately if statistical note applies