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9mm Pistol Empty Brass Cartridge Shell from Japan

Empty brass cartridge shell designed for 9mm semi-automatic pistols, post-firing and ready for reloading. Classified under HTS 9306.30.41.40 as empty cartridge shells specifically for pistols. Used by reloaders to refill with powder, primer, and bullet for reuse.

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

Verify ATF import license requirements for firearm-related components and ensure end-user certificates

Declare exact caliber and material composition; brass vs steel affects valuation and potential reclassification

Avoid common pitfall of importing loaded vs empty shells—loaded fall under different subheadings with higher scrutiny