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CCI #41 Military Rifle Percussion Primers

Commercial equivalent to military spec percussion caps with lead-free compounds, designed for 308 Winchester and similar cartridges. These sealed-centerfire percussion devices provide reliable ignition and are classified under this tariff item as percussion caps.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%β€”6.5%

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3603.40.00Same rate: 6.5%

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Declare these primers as percussion caps under 3603.30.00

β€’ Be aware that lead-free compounds may still require special handling documentation

β€’ Check with CBSA for any restrictions on military-spec components

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