HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9306.30 – Ammunition; cartridges and parts thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 9306
HS code 9306.30 is the 6-digit subheading for ammunition, cartridges and parts thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 9306. It is used for 9mm pistol cartridges, .223 rifle cartridges, .308 Winchester ammunition, rifle bullets and pistol cases.
What HS 9306.30 covers
This is a broad and significant HS code covering cartridges and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified in heading 9306, primarily encompassing rifle and pistol ammunition. This includes both complete rounds (e.g., 9mm, .223, .308) and their individual components such as bullets, cases, and primers. The international trade in these goods is substantial, serving military, law enforcement, hunting, and sport shooting markets globally. Due to the inherent danger and potential for misuse, international trade is heavily regulated by national laws and international agreements, such as the Wassenaar Arrangement. Importers and exporters must navigate extensive licensing requirements, end-user certificates, and strict controls on transport and storage. Understanding the specific caliber, bullet type, and intended application is crucial for accurate classification and compliance with diverse global regulations.
- Covers
- 9mm pistol cartridges
- .223 rifle cartridges
- .308 Winchester ammunition
- Rifle bullets
- Pistol cases
- Rifle primers
- Blank cartridges
- Tracer rounds
- Examples
- Federal Premium 9mm
- Hornady .223
- Winchester .308
- Speer bullets
- Starline brass
- CCI rifle primers
Codes often confused with 9306.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with shotgun ammunition (930621, 930629) or other specialized ammunition (930690) if not clearly identified as rifle/pistol cartridges or their parts. It's important to differentiate by firearm type.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 930630, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 930630 in UN Comtrade data was Slovakia, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Slovakia, with 30% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Slovakia $2.3B 43% of world exports
- 2 United States $704M 13% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $674M 12% of world exports
World total: $5.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Slovakia $1.3B 30% of world imports
- 2 Ukraine* ~$630M 15% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $468M 11% of world imports
World total: $4.3B 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. 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 code for 9306.30
Brazil does not split HS 9306.30: its NCM code is 9306.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 93.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9306.30
What is HS code 930630?
HS code 930630 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ammunition; cartridges and parts thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 9306. This is a broad and significant HS code covering cartridges and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified in heading 9306, primarily encompassing rifle and pistol ammunition. This includes both complete rounds (e.g., 9mm, .223, .308) and their individual components such as bullets, cases, and primers. The international trade in these goods is substantial, serving military, law enforcement, hunting, and sport shooting markets globally. Due to the inherent danger and potential for misuse, international trade is heavily regulated by national laws and international agreements, such as the Wassenaar Arrangement. Importers and exporters must navigate extensive licensing requirements, end-user certificates, and strict controls on transport and storage. Understanding the specific caliber, bullet type, and intended application is crucial for accurate classification and compliance with diverse global regulations.
What products fall under HS code 930630?
9mm pistol cartridges, .223 rifle cartridges, .308 Winchester ammunition, rifle bullets, pistol cases, rifle primers, blank cartridges, tracer rounds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 930630?
Can be confused with shotgun ammunition (930621, 930629) or other specialized ammunition (930690) if not clearly identified as rifle/pistol cartridges or their parts. It's important to differentiate by firearm type.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 930630?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 930630 in UN Comtrade data were Slovakia ($2.3B, 43% of world exports), the United States ($704M) and South Korea ($674M). World exports came to about $5.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 930630?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 930630 in UN Comtrade data were Slovakia ($1.3B, 30% of world imports), Ukraine (about $630M) and the United States ($468M). World imports came to about $4.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 930630 structured?
HS code 930630 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (93) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 930630?
In Brazil, HS code 930630 is NCM 9306.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.