Rocket launchers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $11.9 million of rocket launchers in 2024 (20 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 52% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $44.7 million.
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 | $11.9M | 20 t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 52 t |
| 2022 | $44.7M | 110 t |
| 2021 | $35.5M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 2 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 1 t |
| 2018 | $318K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 19 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rocket launchers from
United States alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.9M | 100% |
| Norway | $17K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $14K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $597.29 per kg, 66% 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.
Rocket launchers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $77.6 million of rocket launchers in 2024 (53 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 46 countries. The largest buyer markets were Brazil (49%), Poland (31%), South Korea (12%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $37.9M | 49% |
| Poland | $23.8M | 31% |
| South Korea | $9.3M | 12% |
| United States | $5.4M | 6.9% |
| Spain | $645K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $545K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $143K | 0.2% |
| Norway | $17K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $11K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rocket launchers imports (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 imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rocket launchers worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 79 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply rocket launchers to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($11.9 million), followed by Norway (0%) and Spain (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of rocket launchers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $597.29 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $360.59 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rocket launchers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2022 at $44.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rocket launchers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $77.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, Poland and South Korea. That compares with imports of $11.9 million in the same 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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