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12 Gauge Shotgun Empty Hull

Plastic and brass empty shotshell hull from 12 gauge shotgun ammunition, for reloading. Classified as other empty cartridge shells in HTS 9306.30.41.60.

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.

9306.30.41Same rate: 20%

If purely shotshell-specific without rifle overlap

Shotshell empties may align with base subheading before statistical suffixes.

3923.21.00Higher: 40.5% vs 20%

If all-plastic, non-brass construction

Plastic articles for conveyance of goods could apply to generic hulls.

9306.21.00Same rate: 20%

If imported loaded with shot

Shotgun cartridges complete with projectiles classify separately.

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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

• Specify plastic/metal composition; affects potential reclassification

• ITAR registration mandatory for shotshell exports/imports

• Inspect for wads; attached wads may shift to parts of cartridges