40mm M381 High-Explosive Grenade from Germany
The 40mm M381 is a high-explosive round designed for grenade launchers like the M203, featuring a steel body with Composition B filling and impact fuze. Classified under HTS 9306.90.00.50 as 'other' munitions of war, it represents projectile ammunition beyond small arms cartridges. This subheading captures launcher-fired grenades as complete projectiles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare as UN0012 explosive for hazardous materials shipping; secure DDTC approval for defense trade controls
• Verify launcher compatibility in documentation to prevent reclassification as small arms ammo
• Use licensed munitions handlers for customs clearance