Lead Flakes for Bullet Manufacturing from Japan
Coarse lead flakes used in ammunition production, melted and cast into bullets or shot. Classified as lead flakes under HTS 7804.20.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare as metallic lead only; avoid ATF export controls confusion with finished ammo
• Provide alloy analysis confirming lead >99% and no other dominant metals
• Use DOT-approved hazardous packaging for fine particulates to prevent dust hazards