HSN Code 9303
Other firearms and similar devices which operate
Other firearms and similar devices which operate by the firing of an explosive charge (for example, sporting shotguns and rifles, muzzle-loading firearms, very pistols and other devices designed to project only signal flares, pistols and revolvers for firing blank ammunition, captive-bolt humane killers, line- throwing guns)
GST rate
18%
Codes under 9303
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9303 10 | Muzzle-loading firearms | 18% |
| 9303 20 | Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting shotguns, including combination shotgun-rifles — arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof | 18% |
| 9303 30 | Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles — arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof | 18% |
| 9303 90 | Other firearms and similar devices which operate by the firing of an explosive charge (for example, sporting shotguns and rifles, muzzle-loading firearms, very pistols and other devices designed to project only signal flares, pistols and revolvers for firing blank ammunition, captive-bolt humane killers, line- throwing guns) › Other | 18% |
← Chapter 93: Arms, ammunition and parts thereof
Related HSN codes
9301Military weapons, other than revolvers, pistols9302Revolvers and pistols, other than those of heading 93039304Other arms9305Parts and accessories of articles of headings 9301 to 93049306Bombs , grenades, torpedoes, mines, missiles, and similar9307Swords, cut lasses, bayonets, lances and similar arms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for other firearms and similar devices which operate?
The HSN code for other firearms and similar devices which operate is 9303, under Chapter 93 (Arms, ammunition and parts thereof).
What is the GST rate on other firearms and similar devices which operate?
Other firearms and similar devices which operate is taxed at 18% GST under HSN code 9303.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notification No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.