Weapons and ammunition and parts thereof
CPC v2.1 Code: 447
About weapons and ammunition and parts thereof
cpc code 447 covers the production and trade of weapons, ammunition, and their component parts. This industry plays a critical role in national defense, law enforcement, and the broader security landscape. While highly regulated, the weapons and ammunition sector is an important contributor to the global economy, with significant manufacturing and export activities worldwide.
Production process
The production of weapons and ammunition involves a range of specialized techniques and processes. This typically includes metal casting, forging, and machining to create the various components, followed by assembly and quality control measures. Advanced manufacturing methods, such as computer-controlled machinery and additive manufacturing, are increasingly being utilized to improve efficiency and precision.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for this industry include raw materials such as metals (e.g., steel, aluminum, brass), explosives and propellants, and specialized machinery and tools. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, engineering expertise, and robust supply chain management to ensure the timely delivery of components and finished products.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of this industry are firearms, ammunition, and related parts and accessories. These products are consumed by 451 Defense and law enforcement, 452 Sporting and recreational activities, and other end-users with specific security and defense requirements. The industry also produces specialized equipment for military and law enforcement applications, such as body armor, tactical gear, and specialized vehicles.
Family tree for weapons and ammunition and parts thereof
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A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44'>44: Special-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/447'>447: Weapons and ammunition and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/441'>441: Agricultural or forestry machinery and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/442'>442: Machine-tools and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/443'>443: Machinery for metallurgy and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/444'>444: Machinery for mining, quarrying and construction, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/445'>445: Machinery for food, beverage and tobacco processing, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/446'>446: Machinery for textile, apparel and leather production, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/448'>448: Domestic appliances and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/449'>449: Other special-purpose machinery and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4471'>4471: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorized, and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4472'>4472: Military weapons, other than revolvers, pistols and swords and the like</a>"]
C --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4473'>4473: Revolvers, pistols, other firearms and similar devices; other arms</a>"]
C --> O["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4474'>4474: Bombs, grenades, torpedoes, mines, missiles and similar munitions of war and parts thereof; cartridges and other ammunition and projectiles and parts thereof, including shot and cartridge wads</a>"]
C --> P["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4475'>4475: Swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances and similar arms and parts thereof and scabbards and sheaths therefor</a>"]
C --> Q["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4476'>4476: Parts of military weapons and other arms</a>"]
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