Cartridges and empty cartridge shells
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Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 9306.30.41
.380 ACP Cartridge
Subcompact pistol cartridge with 95-grain JHP, rimless straight case. HTS 9306.30.41 for pocket pistol ammunition like in Walther PPK. Self-defense standard.
Empty 12 Gauge Shotshell
Fired 12ga plastic hulls with brass base, for shotshell reloading presses. HTS 9306.30.41 empty shells. Trap and skeet staple.
6.5 Creedmoor Cartridge
Precision long-range cartridge, 140-grain ELD-M, for competition rifles. HTS 9306.30.41 modern sporting cartridge.
.22-250 Remington Cartridge
High-velocity varmint round, 55-grain V-MAX. HTS 9306.30.41.
Empty .45 ACP Brass Shell
Once-fired .45 ACP cases for 1911 reloaders. HTS 9306.30.41 empties.
9mm Parabellum Cartridge
A centerfire cartridge typically loaded with a 115-grain full metal jacket bullet, used in handguns like the Glock 17 and Beretta 92. Classified under HTS 9306.30.41 as it is a complete cartridge for small arms ammunition. The brass casing, primer, powder, and projectile form a self-contained unit.
.223 Remington Cartridge
A rifle cartridge with a 55-grain FMJ bullet, commonly used in AR-15 platforms for target shooting and varmint hunting. Falls under HTS 9306.30.41 as a standard small arms cartridge with brass case and boxer primer. Popular for civilian sporting use.
12 Gauge Shotgun Slug Cartridge
A single 1-ounce lead slug in plastic hull with wad, for 12 gauge shotguns at 2¾-inch length. HTS 9306.30.41 includes shotgun cartridges with single projectiles. Used for deer hunting where buckshot is ineffective.
Empty 9mm Brass Cartridge Shell
Once-fired 9mm brass cases, boxer-primed, suitable for reloading. While the heading includes empty shells, statistical reporting separates from loaded cartridges under HTS 9306.30.41 context. Common for competitive shooters.
7.62x39mm Cartridge
AK-47/SKS cartridge with 123-grain steel-core FMJ, polymer-coated steel case. HTS 9306.30.41 for imported rifle ammunition. Surplus military origin requires special approval.
Empty .223 Remington Brass Shell
Spent .223/5.56 brass cartridge cases, small rifle primer pocket, for precision reloaders. Covered under HTS 9306.30.41 empty shells provision. High volume for high-power rifle competitors.
20 Gauge Shotgun Cartridge Empty Hull
Empty 20 gauge plastic shotshells, roll-crimped, 2¾-inch length. HTS 9306.30.41 includes empty cartridge shells for shotguns. Reloading favorite for youth hunters.
.45 ACP Cartridge
The .45 Automatic Colt Pistol cartridge features a 230-grain bullet in a rimless brass case, standard for 1911 pistols. HTS 9306.30.41 covers this complete loaded cartridge for handguns. Known for its stopping power in self-defense applications.
5.56x45mm NATO Cartridge
Military-spec cartridge interchangeable with .223 Remington, typically 62-grain with steel penetrator. Classified under HTS 9306.30.41 for imported small arms ammunition despite NATO designation. Restricted for civilian import without sporting certification.
.308 Winchester Cartridge
Belted magnum precursor with 168-grain match bullet, used in bolt-action hunting rifles like Remington 700. HTS 9306.30.41 for complete rifle cartridges. Brass case with large rifle primer.