Hunting rifles imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hunting rifles by South Africa reached $17.1 million in 2024 (121 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 148 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 59% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $17.1M | 121 t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 64 t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 45 t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 55 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 16 t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 46 t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 48 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 60 t |
Where South Africa imports hunting rifles from
The largest suppliers were United States (26%), Finland (14%), Brazil (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.5M | 26% |
| Finland | $2.4M | 14% |
| Brazil | $2.1M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 9.5% |
| China | $1.5M | 8.9% |
| Czech Republic | $1.2M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 6.2% |
| Italy | $896K | 5.3% |
| Austria | $683K | 4% |
| Turkey | $425K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $140.61 per kg, 24% below the world average of $184.37, 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.
Hunting rifles exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $219 thousand of hunting rifles in 2024 (2 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (42%), Namibia (17%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $91K | 42% |
| Namibia | $36K | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $28K | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $26K | 12% |
| Angola | $13K | 5.7% |
| Zambia | $9K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $4K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hunting rifles imports (HS 9303.30): 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 9303.30: Firearms: sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles n.e.c. in heading no. 9303.
Common questions
What is the value of hunting rifles imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported hunting rifles worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 121 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 148 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply hunting rifles to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Finland (14%) and Brazil (12%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 588% on the year.
What is the average import price of hunting rifles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $140.61 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $184.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hunting rifles to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export hunting rifles?
Yes. South Africa exported $219 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Namibia and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for hunting rifles?
The HS code for hunting rifles is subheading 9303.30. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9303 page.
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