Thompson Center Encore Muzzleloader Barrel from China
Interchangeable .50 caliber muzzle-loading barrel for the Thompson Center Encore frame, designed for black powder loads with 26-inch blued steel construction. As a complete functional muzzleloader when assembled, but imported as barrel only, it qualifies under HTS 9303.10.00.00 for muzzle-loading firearms. Used by hunters for modular rifle setups.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Classify as complete firearm if frame included; barrels alone may shift to parts heading
• Include bore size and caliber in documentation; ensures proper muzzleloader identification
• Verify no rifling modifications for modern ammo; prevents misclassification as sporting rifle