Product classification
HS code for Pistol magazine: 9305.10
Firearms, parts and accessories, of revolvers or pistols.
Classification of pistol magazine under HS 9305.10
The classification of pistol magazines under HS code 9305.10 is governed by the rules for parts and accessories within Chapter 93. Heading 9305 is specifically designed to capture parts and accessories of the articles described in headings 9301 to 9304. Since pistols and revolvers are classified under heading 9302, their dedicated components, such as magazines, are classified under 9305. Subheading 9305.10 is explicitly for parts and accessories of revolvers or pistols. A magazine is considered an essential accessory or part because it is designed solely or principally for use with a specific type of firearm to hold and feed ammunition. This classification includes both the complete magazine assembly and its individual components, such as the magazine body, the spring, the follower, and the base plate. The legal notes to Section XIX (which includes Chapter 93) clarify that parts of general use (like screws or springs not specifically designed for firearms) are excluded, but a magazine is a highly specialized component that meets the criteria for classification under 9305.10. It is also important to distinguish between a magazine and a speedloader or a clip; while all are used to facilitate loading, they are all generally classified under this heading when intended for pistols. The classification remains the same whether the magazine is made of steel, aluminum, or high-impact polymer. Furthermore, the capacity of the magazine (e.g., 10-round vs 30-round) does not alter the HS code, although it may trigger different national import restrictions or licensing requirements depending on the jurisdiction.
- Covers
- Detachable pistol magazines
- Magazine springs and followers
- Pistol magazine floor plates
- Internal magazine components for revolvers
- Extended pistol magazines
- Also under 9305.10
- Glock magazines
- Sig Sauer P320 slides
- Hogue pistol grips
- Safariland holsters
- Trijicon RMR sights
Codes often confused with 9305.10
Common mistake. Magazines are sometimes misclassified under 9306.30, which is for the cartridges themselves. They may also be incorrectly placed in 3926.90 if they are made of plastic, but the functional rule for firearm parts in Chapter 93 takes precedence over the material-based classification in Chapter 39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 930510 (the code used for pistol magazine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 930510 (the code used for pistol magazine) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 65% of world imports. Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 930510, not only pistol magazine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $64M 22% of world exports
- 2 Italy $48M 17% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $31M 11% of world exports
Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $290M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $268M 65% of world imports
- 2 Slovakia $34M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $18M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $413M 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 pistol magazine
Brazil classifies pistol magazine under NCM 9305.10.00: HS 9305.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pistol magazine
What is the HS code for Pistol magazine?
The HS code for Pistol magazine is 930510 (Firearms; parts and accessories, of revolvers or pistols). The HS code for a pistol magazine is 9305.10, as it is a part or accessory of a revolver or pistol.
How do I classify Pistol magazine for customs?
Pistol magazine is classified under HS code 930510 — Firearms; parts and accessories, of revolvers or pistols. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are magazine loaders classified here?
Magazine loaders are often classified under 9305.10 as accessories, though some customs authorities may classify them under 8205 as hand tools depending on their design.
Which countries are the top exporters of pistol magazine (HS 930510)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 930510 (the code used for pistol magazine) in UN Comtrade data were India ($64M, 22% of world exports), Italy ($48M) and Türkiye ($31M). World exports came to about $290M, 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 its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of pistol magazine (HS 930510)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 930510 (the code used for pistol magazine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($268M, 65% of world imports), Slovakia ($34M) and Türkiye ($18M). World imports came to about $413M, 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.
Is the HS code for Pistol magazine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 930510 for Pistol magazine is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for pistol magazine in Brazil?
In Brazil, pistol magazine (HS 930510) is classified under NCM 9305.10.00.