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Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun from Japan

The Mossberg 500 is a versatile pump-action shotgun popular for hunting waterfowl and home defense, with interchangeable barrels for different uses. Classified under HTS 9303.20.00.30 due to its pump-action mechanism for sporting and target shooting. It operates via manual fore-end cycling to eject and load shells.

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

Verify end-user certificates to confirm sporting use and avoid military classification

Label shipments clearly as 'sporting shotguns' and include proof of civilian end-use

Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect gauge reporting leading to duty reassessment

Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9303.20.00.30