Detonator trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in detonator was worth $2.34 billion in 2024, about 49.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017, and up 8% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.34B | 49.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.16B | 52.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.82B | 124.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.82B | 59.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.51B | 42.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.78B | 52.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.78B | 61.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.69B | 49.7K t |
Top detonator exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 14% of world exports, followed by the Czech Republic and France. The top three supply 35% between them, out of 100 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $339.0M | 15% |
| Czech Republic | $254.8M | 11% |
| France | $214.2M | 9.2% |
| Canada | $174.1M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $149.4M | 6.4% |
| Mexico | $113.7M | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $86.2M | 3.7% |
| India | $76.5M | 3.3% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $72.9M | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $69.0M | 3% |
| Spain | $63.6M | 2.7% |
| Peru | $58.2M | 2.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of China and Australia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 25% across 188 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $357.7M | 15% |
| China | $134.3M | 5.7% |
| Australia | $104.1M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $93.2M | 4% |
| Mexico | $91.9M | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $75.5M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $68.4M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $66.8M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $66.4M | 2.8% |
| Chile | $57.4M | 2.5% |
| Norway | $53.3M | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $52.9M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $46.92 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $345.14 per kg and India $12.87 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3603: Safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators. HS 3603 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most detonator?
The United States exported $339.0 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by the Czech Republic (11%) and France (9%). In all, 100 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most detonator?
The United States imported $357.7 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of China (6%) and Australia (4%). The top three importers together take 25%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in detonator?
It was worth $2.34 billion in 2024, about 49.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 100 countries reported exports and 188 reported imports.
What is the average price of detonator per kg?
The world average declared value was about $46.92 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $345.14 per kg and India $12.87 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for detonator?
The HS code for detonator is heading 3603, in chapter 36 (explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 3603 page.
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