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Winter Formula Paintballs

Winter formula paintballs are .68 caliber projectiles with flexible shells designed to prevent freezing and cracking in cold weather. They are classified under tariff item 9306.90.90 as paintball ammunition, serving their projectile role in paintball markers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China7%β€”7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico7%β€”7%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States7%β€”7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany7%β€”7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan7%β€”7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9506.99.00Lower: Free vs 7%

If sold as seasonal sports equipment

May be classified as sports equipment if the winter-specific feature is emphasized.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the flexible shell materials are clearly described to avoid misclassification

β€’ Provide evidence of cold-weather performance if requested by CBSA

β€’ Verify that the product meets Canadian safety standards for low-temperature use

Related Products under Tariff item 9306.90.90

40mm Less-Lethal Sponge Round

A 40mm direct-impact sponge projectile for crowd control launchers, delivering kinetic energy. This is a non-explosive projectile for military or law enforcement use and falls under tariff item 9306.90.90 as 'other' ammunition.

40mm M381 High-Explosive Grenade

The 40mm M381 high-explosive grenade is a military munition designed for grenade launchers, featuring a steel body with Composition B filling and impact fuze. It falls under tariff item 9306.90.90 as 'other' munitions of war, given its explosive nature and military application.

40mm Smoke Grenade

A 40mm colored smoke grenade for marking and screening, used in grenade launchers with pyrotechnic smoke composition. This is a non-explosive projectile and falls under tariff item 9306.90.90 as 'other' munitions.

.50 Caliber Low-Impact Paintballs

Smaller .50 caliber paintballs with thinner shells for lower velocity and reduced bruising in training or casual play. They are classified under tariff item 9306.90.90 as 'other' projectiles, as they are non-lethal ammunition used in paintball markers.

60mm Mortar HE Round

An M889 60mm high-explosive mortar cartridge with proximity fuze for infantry support. This is a complete mortar bomb and falls under tariff item 9306.90.90 as 'other' munitions of war projectiles.

9mm Pistol Ammunition Bullet

A jacketed hollow-point 9mm projectile with a lead core and copper jacket, designed for handgun cartridges. This is an individual bullet, not a complete cartridge, and falls under tariff item 9306.90.90 as 'other' ammunition projectiles.