Military weapons imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported military weapons worth $50.2 million (84 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 1998% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $50.2M | 84 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 15 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 6 t |
| 2020 | $28.4M | 172 t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 67 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 10 t |
| 2017 | $25.1M | 58 t |
Where Turkey imports military weapons from
One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $46.9M | 94% |
| Spain | $2.2M | 4.4% |
| United States | $849K | 1.7% |
| Philippines | $176K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $27K | 0.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $17K | 0% |
| South Korea | $17K | 0% |
| Thailand | $4K | 0% |
| Romania | $4K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9301
| 9301.20 | Military weapons: rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors | 99% |
| 9301.90 | Military weapons: other than revolvers, pistols, and arms of heading 9307, n.e.c. in heading 9301 | 0.9% |
| 9301.10 | Military weapons: artillery weapons (e.g. guns, howitzers, and mortars) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $597.37 per kg, 133% above the world average of $256.00. 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.
Military weapons exports from Turkey
Exports of military weapons by Turkey reached $40.1 million in 2024 (67 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. South Korea alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $21.1M | 53% |
| Maldives | $7.0M | 18% |
| Philippines | $4.0M | 10% |
| Angola | $3.3M | 8.2% |
| Croatia | $2.0M | 5.1% |
| Lebanon | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Ecuador | $534K | 1.3% |
| Senegal | $430K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $183K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $119K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 9301: Military weapons; other than revolvers, pistols and arms of heading no. 9307.
Common questions
What is the value of military weapons imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported military weapons worth $50.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 84 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports.
Which countries supply military weapons to Turkey?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($46.9 million), followed by Spain (4%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of military weapons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $597.37 per kg in 2024, 133% above the world average of $256.00 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 military weapons to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.1 million in 2017 to $50.2 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export military weapons?
Yes. Turkey exported $40.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, the Maldives and the Philippines. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for military weapons?
The HS code for military weapons is heading 9301. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 9301.20 (99% of the value) and 9301.90 (1%). 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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