Military weapons imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of military weapons by Cote d'Ivoire reached $6.2 million in 2024 (139 tonnes). That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.2M | 139 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 77 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 153 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 14 t |
| 2020 | $620K | 15 t |
| 2019 | $52K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $347K | 4 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports military weapons from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Bulgaria (31%), South Africa (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+282% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 41% |
| Bulgaria | $1.9M | 31% |
| South Africa | $760K | 12% |
| South Korea | $303K | 4.9% |
| United States | $284K | 4.5% |
| Israel | $195K | 3.1% |
| France | $165K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $56K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9301
| 9301.90 | Military weapons (other) | 53% |
| 9301.10 | Artillery guns | 28% |
| 9301.20 | Rocket launchers | 19% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.89 per kg, 82% below the world average of $256.00, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire military weapons imports (HS 9301): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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: Military weapons; other than revolvers, pistols and arms of heading no. 9307.
Common questions
What is the value of military weapons imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported military weapons worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 139 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 133 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply military weapons to Cote d'Ivoire?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Bulgaria (31%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 282% on the year.
What is the average import price of military weapons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.89 per kg in 2024, 82% below the world average of $256.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of military weapons to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $347 thousand in 2018 to $6.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for military weapons?
The HS code for military weapons is heading 9301. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 9301.90 (53% of the value) and 9301.10 (28%).
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