Military weapons (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in military weapons (other) was worth $921.1 million in 2024, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 115% since 2017, and up 81% 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 | $921.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $509.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $708.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $601.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $569.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $438.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $553.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $428.7M | 1.9K t |
Top military weapons (other) exporting countries
Azerbaijan is the largest exporter with 35% of world exports, followed by the United States and Poland. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 70 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $322.4M | 35% |
| United States | $254.2M | 28% |
| Poland | $29.9M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $25.9M | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $24.6M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $23.4M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $21.6M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $19.3M | 2.1% |
| Israel | $17.7M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $17.0M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $16.9M | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $15.2M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Nigeria (35%), Ukraine (8%) and Indonesia (8%). 124 countries imported it, and the top three take 51% of the value.
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $396.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Indonesia averaged $613.86 per kg and Poland $246.66 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 9301.90: Military weapons: other than revolvers, pistols, and arms of heading 9307, n.e.c. in heading 9301. HS 9301 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most military weapons (other)?
Azerbaijan exported $322.4 million in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by the United States (28%) and Poland (3%). In all, 70 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most military weapons (other)?
Nigeria imported $324.0 million in 2024, 35% of world imports, ahead of Ukraine (8%) and Indonesia (8%). The top three importers together take 51%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in military weapons (other)?
It was worth $921.1 million in 2024, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 115% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 70 countries reported exports and 124 reported imports.
What is the average price of military weapons (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $396.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Indonesia averaged $613.86 per kg and Poland $246.66 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for military weapons (other)?
The HS code for military weapons (other) is subheading 9301.90, in chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9301 page.
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