9mm Parabellum Cartridge

A centerfire cartridge typically loaded with a 115-grain full metal jacket bullet, used in handguns like the Glock 17 and Beretta 92. Classified under HTS 9306.30.41 as it is a complete cartridge for small arms ammunition. The brass casing, primer, powder, and projectile form a self-contained unit.

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 for shotgun cartridges

Shotgun shells with plastic hulls and shot loads fall under the broader 'other' cartridge subheading.

9306.90.00Same rate: 17.5%

If imported as empty brass shells

Empty cartridge shells without primer or powder are classified separately from loaded cartridges.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain Federal Firearms License (FFL) and ATF Import Permit; non-compliance leads to seizure

β€’ Declare exact caliber, bullet weight, and load type; provide end-user certificates to prevent diversion

β€’ Value components separately if imported assembled per statistical notes; watch for UN dangerous goods shipping requirements