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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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