9303.30.80.10 - Autoloading

This HTS category, Autoloading rifles under HTS Code 9303.30.80.10, specifically encompasses sporting, hunting, or target-shooting rifles that utilize an autoloading mechanism. An autoloading firearm is designed to automatically chamber a new cartridge from its magazine after the previous one has been fired, and to cock itself for subsequent firing. This distinguishes them from manually operated actions such as bolt-action or lever-action rifles, which require manual manipulation to cycle each shot.

Within the broader classification of "Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles," this category is further defined by its semiautomatic or fully automatic firing action. It is distinct from its sibling category, "Other" (HTS 9303.30.80.25), which would encompass rifles that do not meet the specific criteria of autoloading. The "Autoloading" designation is crucial for accurate classification, ensuring that firearms are correctly identified based on their functional operation.

As this node represents a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within HTS 9303.30.80.10 relies solely on meeting the definition of an autoloading rifle intended for sporting, hunting, or target shooting purposes. Examples of firearms falling under this code would include common semiautomatic hunting rifles and certain competition rifles that feed and cycle automatically.