12 Gauge Buckshot Cartridge from Japan
A 12 gauge shotgun cartridge loaded with multiple lead buckshot pellets for hunting larger game like deer. It falls under HTS 9306.21.00.00 as a complete shotgun cartridge, including the shotshell casing, primer, powder, and projectiles. This classification covers all shotgun cartridges designed for smoothbore firearms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Obtain ATF import license and comply with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for ammunition
• Provide detailed shot composition and velocity specs in entry documentation to avoid misclassification
• Separate reporting required if imported with firearms; watch for constructive separation rules