About HS Code 930599
HS code 930599 serves as a residual category for parts and accessories of firearms not specifically covered elsewhere in 9305, and crucially, not for military weapons of heading 9301. This 'other' category can include components for antique firearms (not covered by 930510/930520), signal pistols, line-throwing guns, or other specialized industrial or non-lethal firearms. The international trade volume for these specific items is generally lower compared to common handgun or rifle parts, but they are still subject to varying degrees of regulation depending on the specific firearm type they belong to and the national laws of importing and exporting countries. Compliance requires careful identification of the end-use and the specific firearm model to ensure accurate classification and adherence to applicable controls, which can range from minimal to highly restrictive.
Products Under This Code
Parts for antique replica firearms, components for line-throwing guns, signal pistol parts, specialized industrial firearm components, parts for captive-bolt stunners, black powder revolver parts
Real World Examples
Specific parts for black powder revolvers (replicas), components for maritime flare guns, parts for humane stunning devices, parts for historical rifle reproductions
Common Misclassification
Often confused with parts for common firearms (930510, 930520) or military weapons (930591) if the specific application isn't clearly defined. It's the 'catch-all' for non-military, non-pistol/revolver, non-shotgun/rifle parts.
Products Classified Under 9305.99
Industry
This code belongs to the Arms & Ammunition industry.
Trade Overview
Trade is more niche, often involving specialized manufacturers and users, with regulations varying based on the end-use and specific firearm type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 930599?
HS code 930599 covers: Firearms; parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301. HS code 930599 serves as a residual category for parts and accessories of firearms not specifically covered elsewhere in 9305, and crucially, not for military weapons of heading 9301. This 'other' category can include components for antique firearms (not covered by 930510/930520), signal pistols, line-throwing guns, or other specialized industrial or non-lethal firearms. The international trade volume for these specific items is generally lower compared to common handgun or rifle parts, but they are still subject to varying degrees of regulation depending on the specific firearm type they belong to and the national laws of importing and exporting countries. Compliance requires careful identification of the end-use and the specific firearm model to ensure accurate classification and adherence to applicable controls, which can range from minimal to highly restrictive.
What products fall under HS code 930599?
Parts for antique replica firearms, components for line-throwing guns, signal pistol parts, specialized industrial firearm components, parts for captive-bolt stunners, black powder revolver parts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 930599?
Often confused with parts for common firearms (930510, 930520) or military weapons (930591) if the specific application isn't clearly defined. It's the 'catch-all' for non-military, non-pistol/revolver, non-shotgun/rifle parts.
How is HS code 930599 structured?
HS code 930599 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (93) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.