Product classification
HS code for Sporting rifles: 9303.30
Firearms, sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles n.e.c. in heading no. 9303.
Classification of sporting rifles under HS 9303.30
Sporting rifles are classified under HS code 9303.30, which covers firearms that operate via the firing of an explosive charge but are specifically designed for hunting, target-shooting, or sporting purposes. This code is distinct from military weaponry. The classification is based on the 'rifled' nature of the barrel—meaning it has internal grooves to impart spin to the projectile—and the fact that it is not a shotgun. These firearms are generally characterized by their precision and are intended for use by civilians in regulated sporting environments or for legal hunting activities. Customs authorities distinguish these from military rifles based on their design features, such as the absence of fully automatic fire capabilities and specific barrel lengths or stock configurations.
- Covers
- Bolt-action hunting rifles
- Semi-automatic sporting rifles (non-military)
- Target-shooting rifles
- Rimfire rifles for small game
- Centerfire rifles for hunting
- Single-shot sporting rifles
- Also under 9303.30
- Remington 700
- Ruger 10/22
- Winchester Model 70
- Savage Axis
- CZ 457
- Tikka T3x
- Marlin 1895
Codes often confused with 9303.30
Common mistake. Sporting rifles are often misclassified under HS code 9301.90, which is reserved for military rifles. The distinction depends on whether the firearm is designed for military use or civilian sport. Another common error is confusing them with sporting shotguns (9303.20), which have smooth-bore barrels. Combination guns that have both a rifled barrel and a smooth-bore barrel are also classified under 9303.20, not 9303.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 930330 (the code used for sporting rifles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 930330 (the code used for sporting rifles) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 38% 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 930330, not only sporting rifles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $136M 17% of world exports
- 2 Brazil $116M 14% of world exports
- 3 Germany $98M 12% 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: $806M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $254M 38% of world imports
- 2 Canada $68M 10% of world imports
- 3 France $40M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $675M 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 sporting rifles
Brazil classifies sporting rifles under NCM 9303.30.00: HS 9303.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sporting rifles
What is the HS code for Sporting rifles?
The HS code for Sporting rifles is 930330 (Firearms; sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles n.e.c. in heading no. 9303). The HS code for sporting, hunting, or target-shooting rifles is 9303.30.
How do I classify Sporting rifles for customs?
Sporting rifles is classified under HS code 930330 — Firearms; sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles n.e.c. in heading no. 9303. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are air rifles included in this HS code?
No, air rifles, which operate on compressed air or gas rather than an explosive charge, are classified under HS code 9304.00.
Which countries are the top exporters of sporting rifles (HS 930330)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 930330 (the code used for sporting rifles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($136M, 17% of world exports), Brazil ($116M) and Germany ($98M). World exports came to about $806M, 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 sporting rifles (HS 930330)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 930330 (the code used for sporting rifles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($254M, 38% of world imports), Canada ($68M) and France ($40M). World imports came to about $675M, 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 Sporting rifles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 930330 for Sporting rifles 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 sporting rifles in Brazil?
In Brazil, sporting rifles (HS 930330) is classified under NCM 9303.30.00.