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20 Gauge Birdshot Load

Shotgun cartridge in 20 gauge with #8 birdshot for upland game hunting. Classified under HTS 9306.29.00.00 as other shotgun cartridges, excluding sporting shot shells. The 'other' category covers non-target hunting ammunition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+20.0%20%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9306.21.00.00Same rate: 20%

If high-velocity for competitive clay shooting

Sporting shotgun shells with specific wad designs for target games go to 9306.21.

9306.30.80.00Same rate: 20%

If sold as loose shot without casing

Air gun pellets or loose projectiles classify separately as parts under 9306.30.

3215.11Lower: 14.3% vs 20%

If non-lethal ink or paint marking rounds

Training or paintball shotgun rounds may fall under printing inks if not live ammo.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Label shipments clearly as 'ammunition' per DOT hazmat rules; secure ATF import permit

β€’ Test for lead-free compliance if targeting eco-sensitive markets

β€’ Avoid bundling with firearms to prevent reclassification as a set