U.S. imports of Air Gun Pellets & Parts of Shotgun Cartridges (SITC 89123) totaled $4.7M in August 2026, imported from 20 countries.
Importers of Air Gun Pellets & Parts of Shotgun Cartridges paid $492K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 10.40% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Air Gun Pellets & Parts of Shotgun Cartridges imports of $4.7M in August 2026 ran 72% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.8M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSITC 89123 groups two commercially distinct product streams: air gun pellets (small projectiles propelled by compressed air or gas) and component parts of shotgun cartridges such as wads, primers, and hulls. The dual scope of this heading means that classification decisions hinge on whether the article is a complete projectile for an air-powered device or an unassembled component destined for shotshell reloading. ATF jurisdiction applies to cartridge components that are considered ammunition or ammunition components under the Gun Control Act, so importers of primers and propellant-related parts should confirm permit requirements before shipment.
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177 import shipments a month
Generally, air gun pellets are not classified as firearm ammunition under the Gun Control Act because they are not propelled by an explosive charge. However, importers should confirm with ATF whether specific pellet types or calibers trigger any licensing requirement, as the regulatory boundary between air gun projectiles and conventional ammunition components can be fact-specific.
Commercial invoices should clearly identify each component by type, material, and intended use (e.g., reloading vs. OEM manufacture). If the parts include primers or other items ATF considers ammunition components, an ATF Form 6 import permit is required. Detailed part-level descriptions help avoid misclassification and port-of-entry delays.
Basic heading 313 of 419 in section 8
Basic heading 89123 · $4.7M of $46.9B
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Imports · August 2026
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Italy and Spain together supply 57% of it.
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$4.7MYoY · free account
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$672KYoY · free account
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $33.3M of Air Gun Pellets & Parts of Shotgun Cartridges.
Through August 2026 · exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.