Sporting firearm parts exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sporting firearm parts by South Africa reached $4.8 million in 2024 (122 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $4.8M | 122 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 58 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 62 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 41 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 56 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 28 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 41 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 16 t |
Where South Africa exports sporting firearm parts to
United States alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.9M | 80% |
| Argentina | $325K | 6.7% |
| Angola | $306K | 6.3% |
| Namibia | $123K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $102K | 2.1% |
| New Zealand | $35K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $15K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.2% |
| France | $7K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $5K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.77 per kg, close to the world average of $45.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sporting firearm parts imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $1.0 million of sporting firearm parts in 2024 (16 tonnes). The largest suppliers were United States (26%), Taiwan (15%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $265K | 26% |
| Taiwan | $157K | 16% |
| Germany | $156K | 15% |
| Austria | $109K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $87K | 8.6% |
| Colombia | $79K | 7.8% |
| Turkey | $40K | 3.9% |
| Denmark | $36K | 3.5% |
| Norway | $26K | 2.6% |
| Sweden | $26K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sporting firearm parts exports (HS 9305.99): 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 9305.99: Firearms: parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301.
Common questions
What is the value of sporting firearm parts exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported sporting firearm parts worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 122 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 102 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy sporting firearm parts from South Africa?
The United States was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Argentina (7%) and Angola (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 294% on the year.
What is the average export price of sporting firearm parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $39.77 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $45.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sporting firearm parts from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 245%. The peak was 2018 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import sporting firearm parts?
Yes. South Africa imported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Taiwan and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sporting firearm parts?
The HS code for sporting firearm parts is subheading 9305.99. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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