Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304

HS v2017 Code: 9302

About revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304

hs code 9302 covers the import and export of revolvers and pistols, excluding those classified under hs codes 9303 Firearms and similar devices that operate by the firing of an explosive charge and 9304 (Other arms (for example, spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading 9307). This industry plays a crucial role in the global defense and security sector, catering to the needs of military, law enforcement, and civilian markets worldwide.

Production process

The production of revolvers and pistols classified under hs code 9302 typically involves a multi-step manufacturing process. This includes the precision machining of metal components, such as barrels, frames, and triggers, as well as the assembly of various mechanical parts, including springs, hammers, and firing mechanisms. Quality control and testing procedures are essential to ensure the reliability and safety of these firearms.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of revolvers and pistols under hs code 9302 include high-quality metals, such as steel and aluminum, as well as specialized machinery and tools for metalworking and assembly. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in firearms engineering and manufacturing.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by hs code 9302 is revolvers and pistols, which are then distributed to various end-users, including military, law enforcement, and civilian markets. These firearms may be consumed by industries classified under 9301 Military weapons, other than revolvers, pistols and the arms of heading 9307, 9302 Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304, and 9303 Firearms and similar devices that operate by the firing of an explosive charge.

Family tree for revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/93'>93: Arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9302'>9302: Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9301'>9301: Military weapons; other than revolvers, pistols and arms of heading no. 9307</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9303'>9303: Firearms; other similar devices (e.g. sporting shotguns and rifles, muzzle-loading firearms, very pistols, devices for firing flares or blank ammunition, captive bolt humane killers, line throwing guns)</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9304'>9304: Firearms; (e.g. spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading no. 9307</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9305'>9305: Firearms; parts and accessories of articles of heading no. 9301 to 9304</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9306'>9306: Bombs, grenades, torpedoes, mines, missiles and similar munitions of war and parts thereof; cartridges and other ammunition, projectiles and parts thereof, including shot and cartridge wads</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9307'>9307: Arms; swords, cutlasses, bayonets, lances and the like, parts thereof and scabbards and sheaths therefor</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/930200'>930200: Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304</a>"]


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