Military weapons exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported military weapons worth $109.2 million (336 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 74 countries. That is 3670% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 118% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $109.2M | 336 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 12 t |
| 2022 | $3K | 0 t |
| 2021 | $1K | - |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 10 t |
| 2018 | $0K | - |
| 2017 | $473K | 2 t |
Where Egypt exports military weapons to
Most of it went to Turkey (43%), Azerbaijan (30%), United Arab Emirates (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $46.9M | 43% |
| Azerbaijan | $33.1M | 30% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15.5M | 14% |
| Bulgaria | $10.8M | 9.9% |
| Oman | $1.1M | 1% |
| Burundi | $1.0M | 1% |
| Kenya | $762K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 9301
| 9301.20 | Military weapons: rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors | 64% |
| 9301.10 | Military weapons: artillery weapons (e.g. guns, howitzers, and mortars) | 36% |
| 9301.90 | Military weapons: other than revolvers, pistols, and arms of heading 9307, n.e.c. in heading 9301 | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9301.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $324.59 per kg, 27% above the world average of $256.00. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Military weapons imports to Egypt
Imports of military weapons by Egypt reached $27.3 million in 2024 (186 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. United States alone supplied 78% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $21.3M | 78% |
| South Korea | $4.6M | 17% |
| Senegal | $1.4M | 5.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported military weapons worth $109.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 336 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 74 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports.
Which countries buy military weapons from Egypt?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 43% of the value ($46.9 million), followed by Azerbaijan (30%) and the United Arab Emirates (14%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 7 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of military weapons per kg?
The average declared export value was about $324.59 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $256.00 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of military weapons from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $473 thousand in 2017 to $109.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import military weapons?
Yes. Egypt imported $27.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, South Korea and Senegal. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $81.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for military weapons?
The HS code for military weapons is heading 9301. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 9301.20 (64% of the value) and 9301.10 (36%). It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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