Product classification
HS code for Rocket launchers: 9301.20
Military weapons, rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors.
Classification of rocket launchers under HS 9301.20
Rocket launchers are classified under HS code 9301.20, which specifically covers military weapons such as rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes, and similar projectors. This classification is governed by the primary function of the device as a weapon of war designed to propel a projectile. Chapter 93 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to arms and ammunition, and heading 9301 specifically addresses military weapons other than revolvers, pistols, and the arms of heading 9307. The sub-classification 9301.20 is reserved for heavy weaponry designed for launching projectiles via explosive or chemical propulsion. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the launcher is man-portable, such as a shoulder-fired system, or designed to be mounted on a vehicle, aircraft, or tripod, provided it retains its essential character as a military weapon. It is essential to distinguish these from civilian tools or aerospace equipment. The General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System dictate that the specific description in 9301.20 takes precedence over more general headings. Furthermore, the classification excludes the rockets or ammunition themselves, which are typically classified under heading 9306.
- Covers
- Shoulder-fired rocket launchers (e.g., RPGs)
- Anti-tank missile launch systems
- Portable grenade launchers
- Flame-throwers for military use
- Torpedo tubes for naval vessels
- Depth charge projectors
- Also under 9301.20
- RPG-7
- Javelin missile system
- AT4
- Mk 48 torpedo tube
- M203 grenade launcher
- Carl Gustaf recoilless rifle
Codes often confused with 9301.20
Common mistake. Rocket launchers are frequently confused with civilian signaling devices or industrial tools. Specifically, flare launchers and signal pistols are classified under HS code 9303.30 or 9303.90. Another common error is attempting to classify military launch vehicles under Chapter 88 (Aircraft and Spacecraft). While a vehicle may carry a launcher, the launcher itself as a standalone unit remains under 9301.20. Additionally, pyrotechnic signaling flares are classified under 3604, not 9301.
Top exporters and importers of HS 930120 (the code used for rocket launchers), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 930120 (the code used for rocket launchers) in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 58% of world imports. Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 930120, not only rocket launchers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Korea $435M 46% of world exports
- 2 United States $239M 25% of world exports
- 3 Norway $73M 7.7% of world exports
Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $942M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $605M 58% of world imports
- 2 Estonia $75M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $65M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 rocket launchers
Brazil classifies rocket launchers under NCM 9301.20.00: HS 9301.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rocket launchers
What is the HS code for Rocket launchers?
The HS code for Rocket launchers is 930120 (Military weapons; rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors). The primary HS code for military rocket launchers is 9301.20.
How do I classify Rocket launchers for customs?
Rocket launchers is classified under HS code 930120 — Military weapons; rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the rockets or missiles?
No, the rockets, missiles, and other ammunition used with these launchers are classified separately under HS code 9306.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of rocket launchers (HS 930120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 930120 (the code used for rocket launchers) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($435M, 46% of world exports), the United States ($239M) and Norway ($73M). World exports came to about $942M, 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 it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of rocket launchers (HS 930120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 930120 (the code used for rocket launchers) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($605M, 58% of world imports), Estonia ($75M) and South Korea ($65M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 Rocket launchers the same in all countries?
The base HS code 930120 for Rocket launchers 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 rocket launchers in Brazil?
In Brazil, rocket launchers (HS 930120) is classified under NCM 9301.20.00.