Product classification
HS code for Scope mount: 9305.99
Firearms, parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301.
Classification of scope mount under HS 9305.99
The classification of a scope mount under HS code 9305.99 is determined by its status as a dedicated accessory for a firearm. Under the Harmonized System, Section XIX covers arms and ammunition, and Chapter 93 specifically deals with these goods. Heading 93.05 is reserved for parts and accessories of the articles falling under headings 93.01 to 93.04. A scope mount, whether it is a rail system like a Picatinny or Weaver rail, or a set of rings designed to hold a telescopic sight, is not a functional part of the firearm's firing mechanism, but it is an accessory that is suitable for use solely or principally with the firearm. This sole or principal use rule is a cornerstone of parts and accessories classification under the HS. If the mount were integrated into the scope itself, the entire unit might be classified under Chapter 90. However, as a standalone mounting hardware, it remains in Chapter 93. Subheading 9305.99 is the residual category for accessories of firearms that do not fall under military weapons or specific shotguns and rifles. This classification ensures that specialized hardware for mounting optics is grouped with the primary tool it serves, facilitating consistent customs treatment across international borders. Importers must be careful to distinguish these from general-purpose clamps or brackets classified in Section XV, which lack the specific design features required for firearm integration.
- Covers
- Picatinny rails and Weaver rails
- Scope rings (steel or aluminum)
- One-piece scope mounts
- Dovetail adapters for rifles
- Tactical mount bases
- Quick-detach (QD) scope mounts
- Also under 9305.99
- Specific parts for black powder revolvers (replicas)
- components for maritime flare guns
- parts for humane stunning devices
- parts for historical rifle reproductions
Codes often confused with 9305.99
Common mistake. Scope mounts are frequently misclassified under HS code 9013.10, which covers telescopic sights for fitting to arms. While the sight itself belongs in Chapter 90, the mounting hardware is an accessory of the arm in Chapter 93. Another common error is using 7326.90 for steel mounts or 7616.99 for aluminum mounts; these are general articles of metal and should only be used if a more specific heading like 93.05 does not apply.
Top exporters and importers of HS 930599 (the code used for scope mount), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 930599 (the code used for scope mount) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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. 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 930599, not only scope mount.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $66M 17% of world exports
- 2 United States $57M 15% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$37M 9.7% of world exports · partner records ↗
Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $385M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $73M 18% of world imports
- 2 Sweden $42M 11% of world imports
- 3 India $29M 7.4% 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: $396M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 scope mount
Brazil classifies scope mount under NCM 9305.99.00: HS 9305.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about scope mount
What is the HS code for Scope mount?
The HS code for Scope mount is 930599 (Firearms; parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301). The primary HS code for a scope mount intended for non-military firearms is 9305.99.00.
How do I classify Scope mount for customs?
Scope mount is classified under HS code 930599 — Firearms; parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are mounts for air rifles classified differently?
No, accessories for air rifles of heading 93.04 are also classified under heading 93.05, typically falling under the same subheading 9305.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of scope mount (HS 930599)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 930599 (the code used for scope mount) in UN Comtrade data were India ($66M, 17% of world exports), the United States ($57M) and Taiwan (about $37M). World exports came to about $385M, 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 scope mount (HS 930599)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 930599 (the code used for scope mount) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($73M, 18% of world imports), Sweden ($42M) and India ($29M). World imports came to about $396M, 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 Scope mount the same in all countries?
The base HS code 930599 for Scope mount 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 scope mount in Brazil?
In Brazil, scope mount (HS 930599) is classified under NCM 9305.99.00.