REUTERS/Joshua Roberts/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsWASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. has stopped issuing export licenses for most civilian firearms and ammunition for 90 days for all non-governmental users, the Commerce Department said on Friday, citing national security and foreign policy interests.
The Commerce Department declined to comment beyond the posting on its website.
U.S. companies that sell firearms, including Sturm Ruger & Co. (RGR.N), Smith & Wesson Brands (SWBI.O) and Vista Outdoor (VSTO.N), could be impacted by the export ban.
Overseas customers include distributors and stores that sell firearms.
The pause does not affect previously issued export licenses, Commerce said.
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