Military weapons imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of military weapons by Israel reached $44.2 million in 2024 (152 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 89% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $44.2M | 152 t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 57 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 22 t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 10 t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 16 t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 31 t |
| 2018 | $25.4M | 554 t |
| 2017 | $28.3M | 812 t |
Where Israel imports military weapons from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $43.1M | 98% |
| Australia | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| Philippines | $80K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9301
| 9301.90 | Military weapons: other than revolvers, pistols, and arms of heading 9307, n.e.c. in heading 9301 | 91% |
| 9301.20 | Military weapons: rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors | 7.9% |
| 9301.10 | Military weapons: artillery weapons (e.g. guns, howitzers, and mortars) | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $291.00 per kg, close to the world average of $256.00.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Military weapons exports from Israel
Exports of military weapons by Israel reached $24.5 million in 2024 (152 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Brazil (36%), Estonia (35%), United States (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $8.8M | 36% |
| Estonia | $8.5M | 35% |
| United States | $3.9M | 16% |
| Philippines | $2.0M | 8.3% |
| Malawi | $483K | 2% |
| Kenya | $331K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $248K | 1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $195K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $22K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
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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 imported by Israel?
Israel imported military weapons worth $44.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries supply military weapons to Israel?
The United States was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($43.1 million), followed by Australia (2%) and the Philippines (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of military weapons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $291.00 per kg in 2024, 14% 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 imports of military weapons to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.3 million in 2017 to $44.2 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Israel also export military weapons?
Yes. Israel exported $24.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, Estonia and the United States. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $19.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for military weapons?
The HS code for military weapons is heading 9301. In Israel the largest six-digit codes were 9301.90 (91% of the value) and 9301.20 (8%). 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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