Umarex Gauntlet PCP Air Rifle from Japan
The Umarex Gauntlet features a 4500 PSI air reservoir for high-power .25 caliber pellet propulsion in a regulated PCP rifle design. It falls under HTS 9304.00.20.00 as an air rifle ejecting missiles by compressed gas.
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
• Require supplier affidavits confirming no firearm components or powder ignition capability
• Budget for potential CBP exams; air rifles often scrutinized for firearm misdeclaration
• Register with ATF if over certain energy thresholds in destination market