Tippmann TiPX Paintball Pistol from Japan
Mechanical paintball marker pistol using compressed air/CO2 to launch paintballs. Classifies under HTS 9304.00.4000 as compressed gas pistol for recreational use. Modular design with multiple operating modes.
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
• Specify paintball-only use and fragile projectile to differentiate from lethal arms
• Include PSI ratings and gas system type (HPA vs CO2) in technical data
• Retail packaging emphasizes 'sporting marker' to avoid arms scrutiny