93069000
ARMS AND AMMUNITION; PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOF›Bombs, 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
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Classification
CN code 930690 covers other ammunition and projectiles including firearm cartridges, grenades, torpedoes, mines, guided missiles, and similar munitions and their parts. Residual heading subject to strict safety and export control regulations.
Safety and export control
Subject to Common Position 2008/944/CFSP and national arms control laws. Transport under ADR Class 1 (explosives). Directive 2014/28/EU on civil-use explosives may apply. Hunting and sporting ammunition under Directive 91/477/EEC.
Trade
Special permits required. ADR-compliant transport with proper packaging and marking. In 2026, lead restrictions in hunting ammunition are growing under environmental regulations.
Classification and import of other ammunition and projectiles – subheading CN 93
Subheading CN 9306 90 covers other ammunition and projectiles. When importing into the EU, verify applicable duty rates in TARIC, check CE marking requirements (if applicable), and prepare the required customs documentation. Tariff classification should be based on the General Rules of Interpretation (GIR) of the Combined Nomenclature. If classification is uncertain, applying for a Binding Tariff Information (BTI) from the competent customs authority is recommended. Also verify whether the product is subject to import restrictions, sanctions, or licensing requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What permits are required for ammunition import?
National authority permits. Military ammunition under Common Position 2008/944/CFSP. Civilian ammunition under Directive 91/477/EEC.
Is ammunition transport subject to ADR?
Yes. Ammunition is Class 1 dangerous goods (explosives) under ADR requiring special packaging, marking, and driver qualifications.
Is lead in hunting ammunition being restricted?
Yes. REACH is introducing lead restrictions in hunting ammunition in wetlands with planned expansion. Transition to lead-free ammunition is a regulatory trend.
How to correctly classify other ammunition and projectiles under CN 9306 90?
Other ammunition and projectiles are classified under subheading CN 9306 90 based on the GIR of the Combined Nomenclature. Key criteria are the material, intended use, and functional characteristics of the product. If in doubt, applying for a BTI rul
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