Heading 9304

HTS code 9304 — Other arms (for example, spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading 9307

Chapter
93 — Arms and ammunition
Tariff lines
3
General duty
General duty rates from 3.9% to 5.7%, with 1 duty-free line

Tariff lines under heading 9304

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS codeDescriptionGeneral rateUnit
9304.00.2000Rifles (Other arms (for example, spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading 9307 > Pistols, rifles and other guns which eject missiles by release of compressed air or gas, or by the release of a spring mechanism or rubber held under tension)3.9%No.
9304.00.4000Other (Other arms (for example, spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading 9307 > Pistols, rifles and other guns which eject missiles by release of compressed air or gas, or by the release of a spring mechanism or rubber held under tension)FreeNo.
9304.00.6000Other (Other arms (for example, spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading 9307)5.7%No.

Documents required to import under 9304

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

  • ATF Import Permit — Firearms/Ammunition (Form 6, 5330.3A)Required

    Must be approved by ATF before the shipment is imported

Common questions

What is HTS code 9304?
HTS heading 9304 covers other arms (for example, spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading 9307. It sits in Chapter 93 (arms and ammunition) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 3 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 9304?
General duty rates from 3.9% to 5.7%, with 1 duty-free line. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?
US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 9304 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Related headings in Chapter 93