Empty 9mm Brass Cartridge Shell from China
Once-fired 9mm brass cases, boxer-primed, suitable for reloading. While the heading includes empty shells, statistical reporting separates from loaded cartridges under HTS 9306.30.41 context. Common for competitive shooters.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• No hazmat declaration needed unlike loaded ammo; still requires FFL for quantities
• Specify 'mixed headstamp' or 'range brass' to match invoice description
• Clean thoroughly to avoid contamination claims at customs