Handguns imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of handguns by Israel reached $62.3 million in 2024 (168 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 156 countries. That is 56% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $62.3M | 168 t |
| 2023 | $40.0M | 140 t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 41 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 22 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 7 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 12 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 13 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 21 t |
Where Israel imports handguns from
United States alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Slovakia grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $31.7M | 51% |
| Panama | $18.4M | 30% |
| Slovakia | $10.3M | 17% |
| Czech Republic | $972K | 1.6% |
| Croatia | $868K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $27K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $371.17 per kg, close to the world average of $311.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Handguns exports from Israel
Israel exported $16.5 million of handguns in 2024 (47 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. United States alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+641% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.3M | 56% |
| Guatemala | $1.2M | 7.2% |
| Philippines | $816K | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $768K | 4.6% |
| Czech Republic | $727K | 4.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $494K | 3% |
| Tanzania | $477K | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $448K | 2.7% |
| Colombia | $348K | 2.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $249K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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 9302: Revolvers and pistols; other than those of heading no. 9303 or 9304.
Common questions
What is the value of handguns imported by Israel?
Israel imported handguns worth $62.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 168 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 156 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply handguns to Israel?
The United States was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($31.7 million), followed by Panama (30%) and Slovakia (17%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of handguns per kg?
The average declared import value was about $371.17 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $311.42 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 imports of handguns to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $62.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export handguns?
Yes. Israel exported $16.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Guatemala and the Philippines. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $45.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for handguns?
The HS code for handguns is heading 9302. In Israel all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9302.00. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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