9303.10.00.00 - Muzzle-loading firearms
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
HTS Code 9303.10.00.00 specifically covers muzzle-loading firearms. These are firearms that are loaded from the muzzle end of the barrel with gunpowder and projectiles. This classification includes firearms where the propellant charge and projectile are inserted separately through the front of the barrel, as opposed to breech-loading firearms. Examples may include antique firearms designed for muzzle loading or reproductions thereof.
This category is distinguished from its siblings by its unique loading mechanism. While 9303.20.00 and 9303.30 cover other sporting, hunting, or target-shooting shotguns and rifles, these typically refer to breech-loading firearms. The "Other" category (9303.90) serves as a residual category for firearms that fit within the broader scope of 9303 but do not fall under the specific descriptions of muzzle-loading firearms, shotguns, or rifles.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS database, there are no further subcategories within 9303.10.00.00. Therefore, classification within this code relies solely on the determination that the firearm is designed for muzzle loading. The primary classification criterion is the physical method of loading the firearm.