5.56x45mm NATO Cartridge

Military-spec cartridge interchangeable with .223 Remington, typically 62-grain with steel penetrator. Classified under HTS 9306.30.41 for imported small arms ammunition despite NATO designation. Restricted for civilian import without sporting certification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅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 commercial sporting equivalent

Non-penetrator sporting loads may qualify under different statistical reporting.

9301.90.30Same rate: 17.5%

If imported with M16/AR rifles

Bundled ammunition requires constructive separation per Chapter statistical notes.

7204.10.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If ferrous scrap from fired casings

Bulk scrap brass/steel from spent cartridges classified as metal waste.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Submit ATF Form 6 for permanent import; prove sporting purpose to avoid ITAR denial

β€’ Magnetic separators needed if steel-cased; declare core material composition