Air and gas guns imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of air and gas guns by South Africa reached $6.1 million in 2024 (296 tonnes). That is 29% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.4 million.
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 | $6.1M | 296 t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 294 t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 138 t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 236 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 114 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 171 t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 199 t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 192 t |
Where South Africa imports air and gas guns from
One supplier dominates: Czech Republic accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $3.6M | 59% |
| China | $629K | 10% |
| Germany | $359K | 5.9% |
| United States | $325K | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $231K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $226K | 3.7% |
| Sweden | $204K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $177K | 2.9% |
| France | $150K | 2.4% |
| Denmark | $107K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.69 per kg, 42% below the world average of $35.58, 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.
Air and gas guns exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported air and gas guns worth $4.1 million (24 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $3.0M | 74% |
| Australia | $312K | 7.7% |
| United States | $308K | 7.6% |
| France | $213K | 5.2% |
| Taiwan | $88K | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $52K | 1.3% |
| Zambia | $24K | 0.6% |
| Kenya | $19K | 0.5% |
| Namibia | $17K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 9304: Firearms; (e.g. spring, air or gas guns and pistols, truncheons), excluding those of heading no. 9307.
Common questions
What is the value of air and gas guns imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported air and gas guns worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 296 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply air and gas guns to South Africa?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by China (10%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of air and gas guns per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.69 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $35.58 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 air and gas guns to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2021 at $10.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export air and gas guns?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Australia and the United States. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for air and gas guns?
The HS code for air and gas guns is heading 9304. In South Africa all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9304.00. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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