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# HSN Code 93033000: Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles

- [Section 19: Guide to HSN Section 19](https://busy.in/hsn/section-19/)
- [Chapter 93: Arms & Ammunition, Etc](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-93/)
- [Sub-chapter 9303: Firearms & explosive charge devices](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-9303/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles | 9% | 9% | 18% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 93033000 ?

It includes Shotgun cartridges

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### How much GST applies to Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles?

Under HSN 93033000, Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Any common misclassification issue with Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 93033000 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: < ₹1 Crore — 0.0000% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹1 Cr (−83.31% YoY) — 0.0000% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: −< ₹1 Crore (Deficit); surplus rank #7763 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 9303: 27.54% of its exports; import side 22.02%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 9303: #2 of 4 by export value; import-side #3

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 16.93% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #8885 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: −33.33% in FY 2021-22
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 9303: 27.54% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 93033000

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 9303 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 9303 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 37.50% | 16.52 | 0.0005% | — | 67.43% | −16.34 | #8880 |
| FY 2019-20 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 11.48 | 0.0003% | −30.51% | 24.21% | −11.48 | — |
| FY 2020-21 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 27.27% | 6.91 | 0.0002% | −39.81% | 47.69% | −6.85 | #9473 |
| FY 2021-22 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | −33.33% | 1.71% | 6.90 | 0.0002% | −0.14% | 35.17% | −6.86 | #9874 |
| FY 2022-23 | Nil | 0.0000% | −100.00% | 0.00% | 6.52 | 0.0001% | −5.51% | 45.09% | −6.52 | — |
| FY 2023-24 | Nil | 0.0000% | — | 0.00% | 6.53 | 0.0001% | +0.15% | 43.36% | −6.53 | — |
| FY 2024-25 | < ₹1 Crore | 0.0000% | — | 27.54% | 1.09 | 0.0000% | −83.31% | 22.02% | −0.63 | #8885 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 16.93%/yr, imports -36.43%/yr (consistently Deficit)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 93033000 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 16.93% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 93033000 have grown at a compound annual rate of 16.93% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹0.18 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹0.46 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 93033000 ranked #8885 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 93033000 ranks #8885 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 9303, it ranks #2 of 4. By trade surplus, it ranks #7763 of 12657.

### FY 2021-22 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 93033000 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 93033000 was recorded in FY 2021-22, when exports declined by 33.33% over the prior year.

### India records a trade deficit of ₹0.63 Crore in HSN Code 93033000 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's imports of ₹1.09 Cr exceeded exports of ₹0.46 Cr, resulting in a trade deficit of ₹0.63 Crore — ranking #7763 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -36.43% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles

India's imports under HSN Code 93033000 have grown at -36.43% CAGR, reaching ₹1.09 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 93033000 contributes 27.54% of Sub-Chapter 9303 exports — ranked #2

Among the 4 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 9303, HSN Code 93033000 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 27.54% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 22.02% share (rank #3).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 9303

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 93039000: Other Firearms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-93039000/) | ₹1 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Code 93033000: Other sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles (this hsn code) | < ₹1 Crore |
| #3 | [HSN Code 93031000: Muzzle-Loading Firearms](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-93031000/) | < ₹1 Crore |
| — | [HSN Code 93032000: Other Sporting/Hunting Shotguns](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-93032000/) | Nil |