9mm Parabellum Empty Cartridge Case from Japan
An empty brass cartridge case for 9mm Parabellum ammunition, designed for reloading with fresh powder, primer, and bullet. It falls under HTS 9306.30.41.60 as an empty cartridge shell for small arms, distinct from loaded cartridges or loaded components.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain ATF import license and comply with ITAR restrictions for defense articles
• Declare as empty shells only; loaded ammo requires separate classification and permits
• Provide material composition (e.g
• brass) and end-use certification to avoid misclassification