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Lead Shot Waste

Spent lead shot recovered from shooting ranges or hunting grounds, fragmented and oxidized. Qualifies as 'other' lead scrap under HTS 7802.00.00.60 for recycling into new ammunition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9306.21.00Higher: 20% vs 12.5%

If cleaned and repackaged as ammunition

Sorted, undamaged shot becomes cartridges under Chapter 93 arms/ammo.

2620.99Same rate: 12.5%

If mixed with >20% dirt or non-metallics

High non-metallic content classifies as other mineral wastes in Chapter 26.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Screen for soil/foreign matter; >5% contamination may require 2620 classification

• Obtain shooting range cleanup documentation

• Size gradation reports help prove scrap vs. usable shot status