Sporting firearm parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sporting firearm parts by the United Kingdom reached $14.4 million in 2024 (189 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $27.4 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 | $14.4M | 189 t |
| 2023 | $17.0M | 207 t |
| 2022 | $27.4M | 368 t |
| 2021 | $24.5M | 376 t |
| 2020 | $22.6M | 385 t |
| 2019 | $22.7M | 348 t |
| 2018 | $19.0M | 461 t |
| 2017 | $16.0M | 342 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sporting firearm parts from
The largest suppliers were United States (19%), Taiwan (17%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.7M | 19% |
| Taiwan | $2.5M | 17% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 17% |
| China | $2.0M | 14% |
| Poland | $971K | 6.8% |
| Italy | $938K | 6.5% |
| Spain | $507K | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $438K | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $262K | 1.8% |
| Norway | $259K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $76.02 per kg, 68% above the world average of $45.26. 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.
Sporting firearm parts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of sporting firearm parts by the United Kingdom reached $7.6 million in 2024 (46 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were United States (31%), Germany (12%), France (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.3M | 31% |
| Germany | $929K | 12% |
| France | $721K | 9.5% |
| India | $412K | 5.4% |
| Norway | $405K | 5.3% |
| Spain | $369K | 4.9% |
| Australia | $344K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $293K | 3.9% |
| Greece | $222K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $212K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sporting firearm parts imports (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 imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sporting firearm parts worth $14.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 189 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 159 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply sporting firearm parts to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Taiwan (17%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of sporting firearm parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $76.02 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $45.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sporting firearm parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.0 million in 2017 to $14.4 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $27.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sporting firearm parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.8 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?
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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