Manufacture of weapons and ammunition

NACE v2.0 Code: C25.40

About manufacture of weapons and ammunition

NACE code 25.40 covers the manufacture of weapons and ammunition, a critical industry that plays a vital role in national defense, law enforcement, and the broader economy. This sector encompasses the production of a wide range of military and civilian firearms, artillery, ammunition, bombs, rockets, and other explosive devices. As a highly specialized and regulated industry, the manufacture of weapons and ammunition is essential for maintaining national security and supporting various other industries that rely on these products.

Production process

The production of weapons and ammunition involves a complex set of manufacturing processes. This typically includes the casting, forging, and machining of metal components, the assembly of mechanical and electronic systems, and the loading and packaging of explosive materials. Advanced techniques such as computer-aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC) machining, and additive manufacturing are increasingly being utilized to enhance precision, efficiency, and product quality.

Production inputs

The manufacture of weapons and ammunition requires a diverse range of inputs, including various metals (such as steel, aluminum, and copper), propellants, explosives, and specialized components like optics, electronics, and mechanical parts. Manufacturers in this industry also rely on advanced machinery, tools, and testing equipment to ensure the safety and reliability of their products. Additionally, a highly skilled workforce with expertise in areas like metallurgy, engineering, and explosives handling is essential for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of NACE code 25.40 are military and civilian firearms, ammunition, bombs, rockets, and other explosive devices. These products are consumed by a range of industries, including 84.22 Public order and safety activities, 84.23 Justice and judicial activities, and 30.40 Manufacture of military fighting vehicles. Additionally, some of the outputs from this industry may be used in the production of 25.99 Manufacture of other fabricated metal products n.e.c. and 32.99 Other manufacturing n.e.c..

Revisions to 25.40

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 25.40. The most recent 1 version of this code (25.40) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 25.40 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (25.40).

HS code HS year HS title
930110HS v2017Military weapons; artillery weapons (e.g. guns, howitzers, and mortars)
930120HS v2017Military weapons; rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors
930190HS v2017Military weapons; other than revolvers, pistols, and arms of heading 9307, n.e.c. in heading 9301
930200HS v2017Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304
930310HS v2017Firearms; muzzle-loading
930320HS v2017Firearms; sporting, hunting or target-shooting shotguns, including combination shotgun-rifles
930330HS v2017Firearms; sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles n.e.c. in heading no. 9303
930390HS v2017Firearms; n.e.c. in heading no. 9303
930400HS v2017Firearms; (e.g. spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading no. 9307
930621HS v2017Ammunition; shotgun cartridges
930629HS v2017Ammunition; parts of shotgun cartridges
930630HS v2017Ammunition; cartridges and parts thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 9306
930690HS v2017Ammunition; n.e.c. in chapter 93
930510HS v2017Firearms; parts and accessories, of revolvers or pistols
930520HS v2017Firearms; parts and accessories, of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303
930591HS v2017Firearms; parts and accessories, of military weapons of heading 9301
930599HS v2017Firearms; parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (25.40).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
2520ISIC v4.0Manufacture of weapons and ammunition

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (25.40).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
44720CPC v2.1Military weapons, other than revolvers, pistols and swords and the like
44730CPC v2.1Revolvers, pistols, other firearms and similar devices; other arms
44740CPC v2.1Bombs, 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
44760CPC v2.1Parts of military weapons and other arms
88720CPC v2.1Weapon and ammunition manufacturing services

Family tree for manufacture of weapons and ammunition

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/25/4'>25.4: Manufacture of weapons and ammunition</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/25/40'>25.40: Manufacture of weapons and ammunition</a>"]

    
    

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