Ruger American Ranch Rifle from China
The Ruger American Ranch is a compact bolt-action rifle optimized for varmint hunting and short-range target shooting, typically in .350 Legend or 5.56 NATO. Classified under HTS 9303.30.80 as an other sporting rifle due to its non-automatic design and use in hunting or target applications. It operates via explosive cartridge firing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify end-user certificates to confirm sporting/hunting use, not military
• Include detailed technical specs like overall length and magazine capacity
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no prohibited features like pistol grips if regulated