12 Gauge Shotgun Slug Cartridge

A single 1-ounce lead slug in plastic hull with wad, for 12 gauge shotguns at 2¾-inch length. HTS 9306.30.41 includes shotgun cartridges with single projectiles. Used for deer hunting where buckshot is ineffective.

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.

9306.30Same rate: 17.5%

If birdshot or buckshot loads

Multiple pellet shotgun shells reported under 'other' with different suffixes.

9306.90.00Same rate: 17.5%

If empty fired hulls

Spent plastic/roll-crimped shells for reloading classified separately.

3917.32.00Higher: 38.1% vs 17.5%

If bulk empty plastic hulls

Unprimed hulls exceeding certain sizes may be plastic tubes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Check state lead ammo bans; provide non-toxic certification where required

Specify shot size (slug = 1 oz), velocity, and dram equivalent in entry docs

Use PG II packaging for 1.4S; avoid mixing with birdshot in same container