Savage Axis II Centerfire Rifle from Japan
The Savage Axis II is an affordable bolt-action centerfire rifle designed for hunting and target shooting, typically chambered in .308 Winchester or 6.5 Creedmoor. It falls under HTS 9303.30.40.20 as a sporting rifle valued between $25 and $50 each, operating via an explosive charge in centerfire configuration.
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
• Obtain Federal Firearms License (FFL) and comply with ATF import regulations including Form 6
• If imported with telescopic sights, separate components for valuation per statistical notes to avoid duty miscalculation
• Provide detailed invoice specifying centerfire caliber, value per unit, and end-use as sporting/hunting to prevent reclassification