Small arms ammunition exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported small arms ammunition worth $21.5 million (559 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 68% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 173% 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 | $21.5M | 559 t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 349 t |
| 2022 | $26K | 1 t |
| 2021 | $2K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $1K | - |
| 2018 | $52K | 2 t |
Where Egypt exports small arms ammunition to
Most of it went to Azerbaijan (49%), Slovakia (36%), Italy (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $10.5M | 49% |
| Slovakia | $7.8M | 36% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 15% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.53 per kg, 35% above the world average of $28.59. 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.
Small arms ammunition imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $10.2 million of small arms ammunition in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). South Korea alone supplied 78% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $7.9M | 78% |
| United States | $1.8M | 18% |
| India | $172K | 1.7% |
| China | $155K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $65K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Ethiopia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt small arms ammunition exports (HS 9306.30): 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 9306.30: Ammunition: cartridges and parts thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 9306.
Common questions
What is the value of small arms ammunition exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported small arms ammunition worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 559 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 90 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries buy small arms ammunition from Egypt?
Azerbaijan was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by Slovakia (36%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of small arms ammunition per kg?
The average declared export value was about $38.53 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $28.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of small arms ammunition from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $52 thousand in 2018 to $21.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also import small arms ammunition?
Yes. Egypt imported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, the United States and India. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for small arms ammunition?
The HS code for small arms ammunition is subheading 9306.30. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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