9mm Parabellum Cartridge from Japan
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.
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 Federal Firearms License (FFL) and ATF import permit prior to shipment
• Declare exact caliber, quantity, and explosive content on CBP Form 7501; misdeclaration leads to seizures
• Separate valuation required if bundled with magazines or holsters to avoid reclassification