### Question
How is the term importer defined?


### Answer
The term **importer** is defined in *18 U.S.C. § 921* as the following:

> any person engaged in the business of importing or bringing firearms or ammunition into the United States for purposes of sale or distribution

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 921*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 44-FIREARMS**

