9mm Parabellum Cartridge from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain Federal Firearms License (FFL) and ATF Import Permit; non-compliance leads to seizure
• Declare exact caliber, bullet weight, and load type; provide end-user certificates to prevent diversion
• Value components separately if imported assembled per statistical notes; watch for UN dangerous goods shipping requirements