Ammunition; n.e.c. in chapter 93

HS v2022 Code: 930690

About ammunition; n.e.c. in chapter 93

HS code 930690 covers a wide range of ammunition products that are not classified elsewhere in Chapter 93 of the Harmonized System. This industry plays a crucial role in the global defense and security sector, providing essential components for military, law enforcement, and civilian applications. The production and trade of these specialized ammunition products are closely regulated to ensure public safety and compliance with international agreements.

Production process

The manufacturing of ammunition under HS code 930690 typically involves a multi-step process. This includes the production of cartridge cases, propellants, primers, and projectiles, which are then assembled into complete rounds of ammunition. Advanced techniques such as precision machining, chemical processing, and automated assembly lines are often employed to ensure consistent quality and reliability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ammunition under HS code 930690 include various metals (such as brass, steel, and copper), explosives and propellants, and specialized machinery and equipment. Additionally, skilled labor, advanced manufacturing technologies, and strict quality control measures are essential to the production of these sensitive products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 930690 are a diverse range of ammunition products, including but not limited to small arms ammunition, cartridges for riveting or similar tools, and other specialized ammunition not classified elsewhere. These outputs are often consumed by 930320 Shotguns, rifles, and other firearms, 930330 Other firearms and similar devices, and 930590 Parts and accessories of articles of headings 9301 to 9304.

Revisions to 930690

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 930690. The most recent 1 version of this code (930690) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 930690.

Family tree for ammunition; n.e.c. in chapter 93

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/93'>93: Arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9306'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/930690'>930690: Ammunition; n.e.c. in chapter 93</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/930621'>930621: Ammunition; shotgun cartridges</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/930629'>930629: Ammunition; parts of shotgun cartridges</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/930630'>930630: Ammunition; cartridges and parts thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 9306</a>"]

    

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