HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9304.00 – Firearms; (e.g. spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading no. 9307
HS code 9304.00 is the 6-digit subheading for firearms, (e.g. spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading no. 9307. It is used for air rifles, BB guns, paintball markers, airsoft guns and CO2 pistols.
What HS 9304.00 covers
HS code 930400 covers a variety of non-powder firearms, including spring, air, or gas guns and pistols, as well as truncheons, excluding those of heading 9307 (which covers swords, bayonets, etc.). This category is significant for recreational shooting, sport (e.g., paintball, airsoft), pest control, and certain self-defense applications where legal. Unlike conventional firearms, these devices propel projectiles using compressed air, CO2, or spring mechanisms. The international trade involves manufacturers of sporting goods, tactical equipment, and security devices. While generally subject to less stringent regulations than powder firearms, import and export still require careful attention to national laws, which can vary widely regarding power limits, age restrictions, and licensing. Key things to know include distinguishing these from actual firearms and toys, as their classification impacts customs duties and regulatory compliance.
- Covers
- Air rifles
- BB guns
- Paintball markers
- Airsoft guns
- CO2 pistols
- Truncheons
- Stun guns (non-firearm type)
- Pellet guns
- Examples
- Crosman air rifle
- Umarex BB gun
- Tippmann paintball marker
- ASP truncheon
- Gamo pellet pistol
Codes often confused with 9304.00
Common mistake. Often confused with actual firearms in 9303 due to similar appearance, but distinguished by their propulsion method (air/gas vs. gunpowder). It's also distinct from toy guns (950300) which lack functional capabilities.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 930400, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 930400 in UN Comtrade data was Czechia, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Czechia, with 82% of world imports. Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Czechia $1.0B 62% of world exports
- 2 China $141M 8.4% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$119M 7.1% of world exports · partner records ↗
Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Czechia $3.3B 82% of world imports
- 2 United States $171M 4.3% of world imports
- 3 France $61M 1.5% of world imports
The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 9304.00 2
Brazil splits HS 9304.00 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9304.00.10 Pepper spray and irritant aerosol containersRecipientes do tipo aerossol que contenham produtos químicos ou oleorresina de Capsicum, com fins irritantes
- 9304.00.90 Air guns, spring guns, truncheons and other armsOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 93.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9304.00
What is HS code 930400?
HS code 930400 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Firearms; (e.g. spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading no. 9307. HS code 930400 covers a variety of non-powder firearms, including spring, air, or gas guns and pistols, as well as truncheons, excluding those of heading 9307 (which covers swords, bayonets, etc.). This category is significant for recreational shooting, sport (e.g., paintball, airsoft), pest control, and certain self-defense applications where legal. Unlike conventional firearms, these devices propel projectiles using compressed air, CO2, or spring mechanisms. The international trade involves manufacturers of sporting goods, tactical equipment, and security devices. While generally subject to less stringent regulations than powder firearms, import and export still require careful attention to national laws, which can vary widely regarding power limits, age restrictions, and licensing. Key things to know include distinguishing these from actual firearms and toys, as their classification impacts customs duties and regulatory compliance.
What products fall under HS code 930400?
Air rifles, BB guns, paintball markers, airsoft guns, CO2 pistols, truncheons, stun guns (non-firearm type), pellet guns
What are common misclassifications for HS code 930400?
Often confused with actual firearms in 9303 due to similar appearance, but distinguished by their propulsion method (air/gas vs. gunpowder). It's also distinct from toy guns (950300) which lack functional capabilities.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 930400?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 930400 in UN Comtrade data were Czechia ($1.0B, 62% of world exports), China ($141M) and Taiwan (about $119M). World exports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 930400?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 930400 in UN Comtrade data were Czechia ($3.3B, 82% of world imports), the United States ($171M) and France ($61M). World imports came to about $4.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 930400 structured?
HS code 930400 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (93) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 930400?
Brazil splits HS code 930400 into 2 NCM codes: 9304.00.10 (Pepper spray and irritant aerosol containers), 9304.00.90 (Air guns, spring guns, truncheons and other arms). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.