M252 81mm Mortar Baseplate

Reinforced baseplate for the M252 81mm mortar system, classified as a part of artillery weapons under 9301.10 and thus HTS 9305.91.30.10.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9305.99.40.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If parts of military rifles not artillery

Rifle bipods or mounts go to rifle-specific subheadings.

8716.90.50Higher: 53.1% vs 17.5%

If for ground vehicle mounting

Vehicle-specific mortar mounts classify under trailers/vessels.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 17.5%

If imported as generic steel fabricated article

Without military context, baseplates are other steel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify as ITAR Category IV; require prior approval for import even from allies

Document material composition (e.g

aluminum alloy) to confirm not general metal goods