9305
Parts and accessories of articles of headings 9301 to 9304:
General Rate
Free
MFN / Column 1 General
Special Rate
None
FTA / Preferential
Column 2 Rate
None
Non-MFN countries
About HTS 9305
HTS code 9305 classifies imports of: Parts and accessories of articles of headings 9301 to 9304:. This line sits within Chapter 93 (Military weapons, other than revolvers, pistols and the arms of heading 9307:), Section XIX (Arms and Ammunition), and is catalogued as a heading in the USITC 2026 Basic Edition. The schedule specifies ad valorem (percentage-of-value) duty for this line. Getting the classification right is the single most important step in import compliance — a wrong code can mean overpayment of duty, shipment delays, or penalties at the border.
The general (MFN / Column 1 General) rate for HTS 9305 is Free, which applies to most trading partners of the United States. No special preferential rate is listed for this line, so FTA origin alone will not reduce the general duty. Because the general rate is Free, most imports under this code enter the US without duty, though anti-dumping, countervailing, or Section 301 tariffs can still apply depending on country of origin.
Beyond the published rate, importers should check for Section 201 safeguards, Section 301 China tariffs, and any active AD/CVD orders that can materially change the real landed cost. Always verify the classification with a licensed customs broker before committing to a supply contract — this page is a research tool, not a customs ruling.
Duty Rate Summary — HTS 9305
| Rate Column | Value | Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | Free | Most-favored-nation (MFN) trading partners — the default rate for most US imports. |
| Special | Not listed | Preferential rates under FTAs (USMCA, CAFTA-DR, GSP, etc.) when origin qualifies. |
| Column 2 | Not listed | Statutory non-MFN rate for goods from countries without normal trade relations (Cuba, North Korea). |
Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. See methodology for refresh cadence.
Details
- Section
- XIX: Arms and Ammunition
- Classification
- Heading
Related Items in Chapter 93
Artillery weapons (for example, guns, howitzers and mortars)
Rocket launchers; flame-throwers; grenade launchers; torpedo tubes and similar projectors
Rifles
Shotguns
Other
Revolvers and pistols, other than those of heading 9303 or 9304
Muzzle-loading firearms
Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting shotguns, including combination shotgun-rifles
Valued over $25 but not over $50 each
Other
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Understanding This Tariff
HTS 9305 classifies under Chapter 93 (Military weapons, other than revolvers, pistols and the arms of heading 9307:), Section XIX (Arms and Ammunition). This item enters the US duty-free under the general (MFN) rate, meaning no tariff is assessed for imports from most trading partners.
Importers should verify the correct HTS classification with a licensed customs broker or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before importing. Misclassification can result in penalties, delays, and additional duties.
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Data Sources
Tariff data from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.
Duty rates are subject to change. Importers should verify current rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before making import decisions. Additional duties, anti-dumping duties, or countervailing duties may apply.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.