Sporting shotguns imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sporting shotguns by South Africa reached $4.1 million in 2024 (55 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 45% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $4.1M | 55 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 43 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $735K | 5 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 17 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 17 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 13 t |
Where South Africa imports sporting shotguns from
Most of the value came from Italy (44%), Turkey (35%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.8M | 44% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 35% |
| United States | $430K | 11% |
| Japan | $111K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $98K | 2.4% |
| France | $71K | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $60K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $34K | 0.8% |
| China | $27K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $13K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $74.36 per kg, 52% below the world average of $155.13, 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.
Sporting shotguns exports from South Africa
Exports of sporting shotguns by South Africa reached $487 thousand in 2024 (7 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+312% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $431K | 89% |
| Malawi | $28K | 5.7% |
| Zambia | $13K | 2.7% |
| Lesotho | $6K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $5K | 1.1% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $1K | 0.3% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sporting shotguns imports (HS 9303.20): 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 9303.20: Firearms: sporting, hunting or target-shooting shotguns, including combination shotgun-rifles.
Common questions
What is the value of sporting shotguns imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported sporting shotguns worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 149 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply sporting shotguns to South Africa?
Italy was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Turkey (35%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average import price of sporting shotguns per kg?
The average declared import value was about $74.36 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $155.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sporting shotguns to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export sporting shotguns?
Yes. South Africa exported $487 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Malawi and Zambia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for sporting shotguns?
The HS code for sporting shotguns is subheading 9303.20. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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