Rimfire Percussion Caps for .22 Caliber Ammunition from China
Small metal cups containing a primary explosive compound, such as lead styphnate, designed to ignite when struck by the firing pin of a rimfire firearm. Classified under HTS 3603.30.00.00 as percussion caps due to their function in initiating detonation upon mechanical impact in small arms ammunition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain ATF Import Permit and ensure compliance with 18 U.S.C
• Chapter 40 for explosive materials
• Provide detailed chemical composition and safety data sheets; avoid misclassification as finished ammunition
• Use UN-approved packaging for small arms percussion caps to meet DOT hazardous materials regulations