Rocket launchers exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $3.5 million of rocket launchers in 2024 (3 tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.4 million.
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 | $3.5M | 3 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 4 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 4 t |
| 2020 | $4K | 0 t |
| 2019 | $865K | 1 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 23 t |
Where South Africa exports rocket launchers to
One buyer market dominates: Indonesia accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $2.8M | 81% |
| Thailand | $428K | 12% |
| Brazil | $200K | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $15K | 0.4% |
| Slovakia | $12K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $11K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,015.18 per kg, 182% above the world average of $360.59. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rocket launchers exports (HS 9301.20): 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 9301.20: Military weapons: rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors.
Common questions
What is the value of rocket launchers exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported rocket launchers worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 46 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy rocket launchers from South Africa?
Indonesia was the largest buyer with 81% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Thailand (12%) and Brazil (6%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average export price of rocket launchers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,015.18 per kg in 2024, 182% above the world average of $360.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rocket launchers from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2018 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rocket launchers?
The HS code for rocket launchers is subheading 9301.20. 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.
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