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93019000
ARMS AND AMMUNITION; PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOFMilitary weapons, other than revolvers, pistols and the arms of heading 9307

Other

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
44 docs
C064Y904Y935X060X061X062+38
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%CH 0%CL 0%DZ 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%IL 0%JO 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%MX 0%PS 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%XC 0%XL 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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Binding Tariff Information

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BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Classification

CN code 930190 covers other military weapons other than revolvers, pistols, firearms, and grenade launchers. May include rocket launchers, mortars, cannons, and naval guns. Arms trade is one of the most regulated international trade sectors.

Arms export/import control regulations

Subject to Council Common Position 2008/944/CFSP on arms export control. Import requires national authority permits. Directive 2009/43/EC on intra-EU defence product transfers. Regulation (EU) 2021/821 on dual-use export control may apply to components.

Import requirements

Special permits and end-user certificates required. Transport subject to international safety regulations. In 2026, arms trade control receives intensified regulatory attention.

Classification and import of other military weapons – subheading CN 9301 90

Subheading CN 9301 90 covers other military weapons. 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 military weapons import?
National authority permits, end-user certificates, and compliance with Common Position 2008/944/CFSP. Procedures vary between Member States.
Does intra-EU arms transfer require a licence?
Yes. Directive 2009/43/EC regulates defence product transfers between Member States requiring transfer licences.
What international regulations govern arms trade?
Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), EU Common Position 2008/944/CFSP, UN and EU embargoes, and national export control laws.
How to correctly classify other military weapons under CN 9301 90?
Other military weapons are classified under subheading CN 9301 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 ruling is rec