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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of shotgun cartridges (SITC 89122) totaled $8.8M in July 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Shotgun Cartridges paid $848K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $8.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Shotgun Cartridges imports of $8.8M in July 2026 ran 33% above the year-to-date monthly average of $6.6M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataShotgun shells—loaded, fixed ammunition designed for smooth-bore shotguns—are classified under SITC 89122 and face Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) import permit requirements before entry into US commerce. Gauge, shot size, and shell composition (lead, steel, bismuth) are the primary specification distinctions that affect both classification and end-use suitability for hunting, sport shooting, or law enforcement. Importers should be aware that certain shotgun ammunition lines may be subject to antidumping or Section 301 trade-remedy measures depending on country of origin, making origin documentation a critical compliance step.
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198 shipments/mo
Basic heading 278 of 419 in section 8
Basic heading 89122 · $8.8M of $44.8B
Importers must obtain an ATF Form 6 import permit before bringing shotgun cartridges into the US. The permit specifies the type, quantity, and country of origin of the ammunition, and shipments without a valid permit will be refused entry.
Shot composition—lead, steel, bismuth, tungsten, or other non-toxic materials—does not change the SITC 89122 classification but can affect downstream regulatory requirements. For example, non-toxic shot is mandated for waterfowl hunting under US Fish & Wildlife Service rules, so buyers sourcing for that market must verify shot material specifications in the commercial invoice and packing list.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Spain and Italy together supply 91% of it.
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Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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ImportsExports
Imports
$8.8MYoY · Pro
Exports
$2.4MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.