Rifle and shotgun parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rifle and shotgun parts by the United Kingdom reached $13.2 million in 2024 (100 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 154 countries. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $13.2M | 100 t |
| 2023 | $15.2M | 86 t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 110 t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 100 t |
| 2020 | $9.6M | 131 t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 156 t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 77 t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 136 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rifle and shotgun parts from
Most of the value came from Italy (29%), United States (23%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.8M | 29% |
| United States | $3.0M | 23% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 18% |
| China | $1.3M | 9.9% |
| Finland | $423K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $413K | 3.1% |
| Japan | $396K | 3% |
| Norway | $263K | 2% |
| Sweden | $213K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $206K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $131.76 per kg, 119% above the world average of $60.06. 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.
Rifle and shotgun parts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of rifle and shotgun parts by the United Kingdom reached $5.5 million in 2024 (66 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+548% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.9M | 53% |
| Australia | $516K | 9.4% |
| Netherlands | $375K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $212K | 3.9% |
| France | $151K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $118K | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $103K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $87K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $83K | 1.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $74K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rifle and shotgun parts imports (HS 9305.20): 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 9305.20: Firearms: parts and accessories, of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303.
Common questions
What is the value of rifle and shotgun parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rifle and shotgun parts worth $13.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 100 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 154 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply rifle and shotgun parts to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by the United States (23%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of rifle and shotgun parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $131.76 per kg in 2024, 119% above the world average of $60.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rifle and shotgun parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $13.2 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rifle and shotgun parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Australia and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rifle and shotgun parts?
The HS code for rifle and shotgun parts is subheading 9305.20. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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