20 Gauge Birdshot Cartridge from Japan
A 20 gauge shotgun cartridge filled with #8 birdshot for upland game hunting like pheasant or quail. Classified under HTS 9306.21.00.00 for complete shotgun cartridges with plastic hulls, smokeless powder, and lead shot. Designed specifically for 20 gauge smoothbore shotguns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'ammunition' and include UN hazard class 1.4S certification
• Verify gauge and dram equivalent match commercial specs to prevent customs holds