9mm Parabellum Empty Brass Cartridge Case

An empty brass cartridge shell once used for 9mm Parabellum pistol ammunition, now reloaded by handloaders. It falls under HTS 9306.30.41.50 as an empty cartridge shell, classified separately from loaded cartridges or other ammunition components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9306.30.41Same rate: 17.5%

If for shotguns (12 gauge or similar)

Shotgun empty shells have separate statistical suffixes within the same subheading.

7407Lower: 11.6% vs 17.5%

If imported as raw brass tubing for manufacturing

Unformed brass tube falls under Chapter 74 as base metal, not ammunition parts.

7117.19.15.00Higher: 25.5% vs 17.5%

If containing small amounts of precious metal imitation

Certain brass waste/scrap with imitation jewelry classification shifts to Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain ATF import license and comply with ITAR restrictions for defense articles

Declare exact caliber and material; provide proof of empty status to avoid ammunition classification

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as loaded ammo, which changes duty rates significantly