M777 Howitzer Barrel Assembly from Japan
The barrel assembly for the M777 lightweight 155mm towed howitzer, classified under HTS 9305.91.30.10 as a part of artillery weapons in heading 9301.10. It includes the rifled tube and breech mechanism essential for firing projectiles.
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
• Obtain ITAR export license from originating country and comply with U.S
• State Department import regulations for defense articles
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-user certificates to verify military application under heading 9301.10
• Avoid misclassification as general machinery; ensure documentation links directly to artillery weapons