NAICS 332992 - Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing small arms ammunition.
Industry trends:
NAICS 332992, Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing, is experiencing several notable qualitative trends. One prominent trend is the increasing demand driven by consumer interest in personal safety and recreational shooting activities. This surge is being met with innovative product development, focusing on enhanced performance, reliability, and eco-friendly materials. Manufacturers are developing lead-free and reduced-toxicity ammunition to meet environmental regulations and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. Another trend is the expanded use of advanced manufacturing technologies and automation, which are improving production efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The industry is also seeing a rise in custom and specialty ammunition to cater to niche markets, such as long-range shooting and competitive sports.
In the near future, the small arms ammunition manufacturing industry is expected to face continued regulatory scrutiny, particularly regarding environmental impact and safety standards. Manufacturers will likely invest more in research and development to create more sustainable products and comply with evolving regulations. Additionally, geopolitical factors and fluctuations in defense budgets could influence demand variably. The industry may also explore further digitization within manufacturing processes to optimize supply chains and respond swiftly to market changes. Overall, a combination of regulatory compliance, technological advancement, and market demand dynamics will shape the industry's trajectory in the upcoming years.
This industry is comprised of:
Ammunition, small arms (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less), manufacturing
BB shot manufacturing
Blank cartridges (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less) manufacturing
Bullet jackets and cores (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less) manufacturing
Cartridge cases for ammunition (i.e., 30 mm.or less, 1.18 inch or less) manufacturing
Cartridges (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less) manufacturing
Cores, bullet (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less), manufacturing
Jackets, bullet (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less), manufacturing
Paper shells (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less) manufacturing
Pellets, air rifle and pistol, manufacturing
Percussion caps (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less), ammunition, manufacturing
Shells, small arms (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less), manufacturing
Shot, BB, manufacturing
Shot, lead, manufacturing
Shot, pellet, manufacturing
Shot, steel, manufacturing
Shotgun shells manufacturing
Small arms ammunition (i.e., 30 mm. or less, 1.18 inch or less) manufacturing
Wads, ammunition, manufacturing
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