Blank-Firing Starter Pistol from Germany
A replica revolver designed exclusively for firing blank cartridges, commonly used to start athletic events like track races. It falls under HTS 9305.10.40.00 as a part or accessory specifically for revolvers or pistols engineered only for blank ammunition, excluding live rounds. These pistols mimic the appearance and action of real firearms but are non-lethal.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the pistol is certified for blank cartridges only with manufacturer documentation to avoid misclassification as a live-firearm part
• Include proof of non-lethal design in import filings to comply with ATF import rules
• Watch for country-of-origin restrictions on replica firearms