HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9307.00 – Arms; swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances and the like, parts thereof and scabbards and sheaths therefor
HS code 9307.00 is the 6-digit subheading for arms, swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances and the like, parts thereof and scabbards and sheaths therefor. It is used for ceremonial swords, antique bayonets, replica lances, sword scabbards and dagger sheaths.
What HS 9307.00 covers
This HS code encompasses a range of bladed weapons and their components, including swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances, and their parts, as well as scabbards and sheaths. In international trade, these goods are often exchanged for historical reenactment, collecting, ceremonial purposes, or as military surplus. Key players in this trade include specialized antique dealers, military surplus companies, historical societies, museums, and manufacturers of replica or ceremonial arms. Due to the nature of these items, trade is heavily regulated, often requiring import/export licenses, end-user certificates, and adherence to national and international arms control treaties. Valuation for customs can be complex, considering age, historical significance, material, and craftsmanship. Cultural heritage considerations are also paramount, especially for antique pieces. Understanding the specific end-use is critical for proper classification and compliance.
- Covers
- Ceremonial swords
- Antique bayonets
- Replica lances
- Sword scabbards
- Dagger sheaths
- Historical cutlasses
- Medieval polearms
- Cavalry sabers
- Examples
- Toledo swords
- Wilkinson Sword replicas
- Cold Steel historical weapons
- WKC Solingen ceremonial sabers
Codes often confused with 9307.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 930400 (other arms, e.g., spring-loaded or air guns) if not clearly bladed, or 970500 (collections and collectors' pieces) if primarily for collection and not functional. The distinction lies in whether the item is primarily a weapon or a historical artifact.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 930700, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 930700 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% 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.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $20M 24% of world exports
- 2 Germany $14M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $9.2M 11% of world exports
World total: $84M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $21M 29% of world imports
- 2 Germany $12M 17% of world imports
- 3 France $5.1M 7.0% 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: $73M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 9307.00
Brazil does not split HS 9307.00: its NCM code is 9307.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 93.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9307.00
What is HS code 930700?
HS code 930700 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Arms; swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances and the like, parts thereof and scabbards and sheaths therefor. This HS code encompasses a range of bladed weapons and their components, including swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances, and their parts, as well as scabbards and sheaths. In international trade, these goods are often exchanged for historical reenactment, collecting, ceremonial purposes, or as military surplus. Key players in this trade include specialized antique dealers, military surplus companies, historical societies, museums, and manufacturers of replica or ceremonial arms. Due to the nature of these items, trade is heavily regulated, often requiring import/export licenses, end-user certificates, and adherence to national and international arms control treaties. Valuation for customs can be complex, considering age, historical significance, material, and craftsmanship. Cultural heritage considerations are also paramount, especially for antique pieces. Understanding the specific end-use is critical for proper classification and compliance.
What products fall under HS code 930700?
Ceremonial swords, antique bayonets, replica lances, sword scabbards, dagger sheaths, historical cutlasses, medieval polearms, cavalry sabers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 930700?
This code can be confused with 930400 (other arms, e.g., spring-loaded or air guns) if not clearly bladed, or 970500 (collections and collectors' pieces) if primarily for collection and not functional. The distinction lies in whether the item is primarily a weapon or a historical artifact.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 930700?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 930700 in UN Comtrade data were China ($20M, 24% of world exports), Germany ($14M) and the United States ($9.2M). World exports came to about $84M, 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 930700?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 930700 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($21M, 29% of world imports), Germany ($12M) and France ($5.1M). World imports came to about $73M, 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 930700 structured?
HS code 930700 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (93) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) 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 930700?
In Brazil, HS code 930700 is NCM 9307.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.