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Shotgun Cartridge Wad

Plastic wad assembly for 12-gauge shotgun shells, separating shot from powder with gas seal. Falls under HTS 9306.90.00 as explicitly mentioned 'cartridge wads' in chapter description for ammunition parts.

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.

3923.50.00Higher: 40.3% vs 17.5%

If universal plastic wads not shotgun-specific

Generic plastic closure/stoppers reclassify outside munitions chapter.

9306.21.00Same rate: 17.5%

If imported in complete shotgun cartridge sets

Shotgun cartridges including wads classify as finished ammunition.

4008.21.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If rubber wads for industrial flare guns

Non-war rubber plates/sheets for plates change heading based on material.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify gauge and material; bulk packaging preferred for lower scrutiny

β€’ Test for plastic content to avoid fiber classification errors