ASP Expandable Steel Baton from Japan
A 21-inch expandable truncheon made of heat-treated steel for law enforcement and self-defense, locks at full extension. HTS 9304.00.60.00 explicitly includes truncheons as other arms.
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
• Include law enforcement certification or end-user letters
• Avoid civilian self-defense marketing to prevent restrictions
• Check state baton legality before distribution