.45 ACP Cartridge
The .45 Automatic Colt Pistol cartridge is a rimless, centerfire round with a large-diameter jacketed hollow-point or full metal jacket projectile, used in 1911-style pistols. Classified under HTS 9306.30.41.20 for pistol cartridges containing projectiles, separate from revolver or rifle ammunition.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for revolvers
Revolver cartridges like .38 Special use rimmed cases, directing them to the revolver-specific subheading.
If empty shells with projectile but no powder
Primed but unpowdered assemblies may classify as incomplete cartridges under parts.
If imported with matching sporting pistol
Ammunition packaged with firearms for sport triggers statistical separation and different duty treatment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide end-user certificate specifying law enforcement or sporting use to expedite clearance
• Ensure UN-approved ammunition packaging to comply with DOT hazardous materials regulations
• Avoid bulk imports over 50,000 rounds without prior ATF quantity approval to prevent holds
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9mm Parabellum Cartridge
A centerfire cartridge commonly used in pistols and submachine guns, featuring a 9mm diameter bullet, brass casing, primer, and smokeless powder charge. It falls under HTS 9306.30.41.20 as a complete cartridge containing a projectile for pistols, distinct from shotgun shells or rifle-specific calibers.
.380 ACP Cartridge
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5.7x28mm Cartridge
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7.62x25mm Tokarev Cartridge
Bottlenecked 7.62x25mm pistol cartridge used in TT-33 pistols and PPSh submachine guns, typically with FMJ or steel-core bullets. Classifies under HTS 9306.30.41.20 as other cartridges for pistols containing projectiles.
10mm Auto Cartridge
Powerful 10mm Automatic cartridge for large-frame pistols like Glock 20, with heavy 180-grain JHP projectiles. Fits HTS 9306.30.41.20 for complete pistol cartridges containing a single projectile.
.357 SIG Cartridge
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