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
12.6%
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
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