Air gun and accessory stockists Just Air Guns has responded to news that the Crosman Corporation now has a foreign-trade zone approved for them by the U.S. Dept. of Commerce.

Crosman is one of the leading air rifle manufacturers within the US, with a long history dating back to 1923. Producing a selection of well-made and reliable break barrel and CO2 rifles, the majority of their manufacturing and assembly processes have remained within the United States of America. However, in previous years the company and many other manufacturers of goods in the US found it more cost effective to import finished or fully assembled units from China, mainly because tariffs imposed on the parts to make them in the U.S. were prohibitive.

The company receiving free-trade-zone status means that more states in the U.S. can be considered as viable locations to carry of the manufacturing process for their air rifles without being hit with costly tariffs or restrictions. In addition, the decision to grant Crosman the free-trade designation will create a further 25 jobs in Ontario County to add to the 300 currently employed personnel.

The U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer who played advocate on behalf of Crosman and the County stated:

"I am proud to announce that the Commerce Department has heeded our call and granted Crosman this designation, it needs to bring job-creating production back to New York State.

"With an FTZ in hand, businesses throughout the Finger Lakes region will save thousands on import duties, money they can now pour right back into their business in the form of expanded production and new hires."

Just Air Guns, a Feltham-based provider of air pistols, air rifles, ammunition and accessories in the United Kingdom, regularly react to relevant news, research and events. A spokesperson for the leading stockist believes that the change will enable Crosman to expand operations in the U.S. and provide easier monitoring of production, saving time and money, ensuring superior products:

“It is great to hear that one of our popular and reputable air gun manufacturers has been approved for free-trade status. Although their air rifles assembled in China are of the same high quality, reliability and durability as American made examples, the ability to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. is a positive move. It will allow Crosman to have greater control over many aspects of their operations and not be restricted by such barriers as communication or import and export issues.”

Just Air Guns host a wide variety of quality air rifles and pistols on their website and are one of the leading suppliers in the UK. Visit the Just Air Guns website at www.justairguns.co.uk for more information.