5.56x45mm NATO Cartridge from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit ATF Form 6 for permanent import; prove sporting purpose to avoid ITAR denial
• Magnetic separators needed if steel-cased; declare core material composition