M4A1 Carbine Rifles from Canada
5.56mm M4A1 carbine rifles certified as emergency war material by U.S. military procuring agencies for urgent deployment. These lightweight assault rifles are essential for infantry operations and qualify under HTS 9808.00.30.00 when purchased abroad during wartime emergencies to address critical supply shortages.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain certification from authorized procuring agencies (e.g
• Defense Logistics Agency) prior to importation
• Maintain detailed documentation proving emergency wartime need and foreign purchase necessity
• Coordinate with CBP for expedited clearance using statistical reporting format 9808.00.3000-9301.21.0020