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7.62x39mm Empty Cartridge Shell

Brass empty shell from 7.62x39mm AK-47 style rifle rounds, valued by reloaders worldwide. HTS 9306.30.41.50 applies to these other empty cartridge shells.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9306.30Same rate: 20%

If for air gun pellets

Certain non-firearm projectile shells have separate subheadings.

7404.00.30Higher: 25% vs 20%

If copper alloy scrap

Copper waste/scrap from Chapter 74 if not identifiable as ammunition parts.

9301.90Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If parts of military rifles

If bundled with rifle components, may classify under complete arms.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide photos proving empty status to prevent inspection delays

• Avoid declaring as 'brass scrap' to prevent undervaluation disputes