Product classification
HS code for Pistols: 9302.00
Revolvers and pistols, other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304.
Classification of pistols under HS 9302.00
Pistols are classified under HS code 9302.00, which is located in Chapter 93 (Arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). This specific heading covers revolvers and pistols, excluding those that are classified under heading 9303 or 9304. Heading 9303 covers muzzle-loading firearms, very pistols, and other devices that fire only signal flares, while heading 9304 covers other arms such as spring, air, or gas guns. Therefore, 9302.00 is the primary classification for modern, functional handguns that utilize an explosive charge to fire a projectile. This includes semi-automatic pistols and traditional revolvers. The classification is straightforward for standard firearms but requires careful attention to the mechanism of action. For instance, a pistol must be a firearm to fall under 9302; if it operates on compressed air, it is relegated to 9304. Furthermore, the classification does not change based on the intended use, whether for civilian self-defense, law enforcement, or military application, provided the physical characteristics of the device meet the definition of a pistol or revolver. It is also worth noting that "antique" firearms, generally defined as those manufactured over 100 years ago, may be classified under heading 9706 as antiques, though many customs authorities still require them to be declared under Chapter 93 for safety and security reasons. The distinction between a pistol (where the chamber is integral to the barrel) and a revolver (where the chambers are in a rotating cylinder) is irrelevant for this specific HS code, as both are explicitly named in the heading. The code also covers pistols that are imported in a "knock-down" or disassembled state, provided they have the essential character of the finished firearm.
- Covers
- Semi-automatic pistols
- Double-action and single-action revolvers
- Single-shot target pistols
- Derringers
- Machine pistols (if classified as handguns)
- Also under 9302.00
- Glock 19
- Beretta 92FS
- Smith & Wesson M&P
- Colt Python
- SIG Sauer P320
- CZ 75
Codes often confused with 9302.00
Common mistake. Pistols are often confused with 9303.90 (flare guns) or 9304.00 (air and CO2 pistols). Additionally, if a pistol is non-functional and intended only as a wall decoration, it might be argued under 8306, though most customs agencies prefer 9302.00 for anything resembling a firearm.
Top exporters and importers of HS 930200 (the code used for pistols), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 930200 (the code used for pistols) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 60% 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. The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 930200, not only pistols.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $189M 21% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $181M 20% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $144M 16% 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: $911M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $660M 60% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $34M 3.1% of world imports
- 3 Poland $31M 2.9% 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: $1.1B 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 pistols
Brazil classifies pistols under NCM 9302.00.00: HS 9302.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pistols
What is the HS code for Pistols?
The HS code for Pistols is 930200 (Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304). The HS code for revolvers and pistols (firearms) is 9302.00.
How do I classify Pistols for customs?
Pistols is classified under HS code 930200 — Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are air pistols classified under 9302.00?
No, air, gas, or spring-operated pistols are classified under HS code 9304.00 as they do not use an explosive charge.
Which countries are the top exporters of pistols (HS 930200)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 930200 (the code used for pistols) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($189M, 21% of world exports), Türkiye ($181M) and Czechia ($144M). World exports came to about $911M, 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 pistols (HS 930200)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 930200 (the code used for pistols) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($660M, 60% of world imports), Türkiye ($34M) and Poland ($31M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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.
Is the HS code for Pistols the same in all countries?
The base HS code 930200 for Pistols 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 pistols in Brazil?
In Brazil, pistols (HS 930200) is classified under NCM 9302.00.00.