Artillery Shell Fuse Assembly from Japan
A precision-engineered fuse mechanism designed for detonating 155mm artillery shells upon impact or at a preset time. This component falls under HTS 9306.90.00.80 as it is a critical part of artillery projectiles, which are classified as 'other ammunition and projectiles' in Chapter 93.
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
• Obtain ITAR export licenses from the U.S
• State Department prior to import, as these are defense articles
• Provide detailed technical specifications and end-user certificates to verify legitimate military use
• Avoid misclassification as general machinery parts under Chapter 84, which could trigger audits