Catapult and arresting gear exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of catapult and arresting gear by the United States reached $136.6 million in 2024 (854 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 89 countries for exports of this product. That is 31% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $136.6M | 854 t |
| 2023 | $104.6M | 755 t |
| 2022 | $117.6M | 568 t |
| 2021 | $70.1M | 710 t |
| 2020 | $73.8M | 646 t |
| 2019 | $76.5M | 553 t |
| 2018 | $72.1M | 410 t |
| 2017 | $81.7M | 973 t |
Where the United States exports catapult and arresting gear to
Most of it went to Japan (23%), Australia (12%), Italy (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+907% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $31.9M | 23% |
| Australia | $16.0M | 12% |
| Italy | $11.5M | 8.4% |
| Singapore | $7.8M | 5.7% |
| Poland | $7.1M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $7.0M | 5.1% |
| Bangladesh | $6.7M | 4.9% |
| France | $5.9M | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.7M | 4.2% |
| Canada | $5.3M | 3.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $159.95 per kg, 73% below the world average of $582.91, 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.
Catapult and arresting gear imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported catapult and arresting gear worth $8.6 million (98 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Canada (24%), France (15%), Australia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+969% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.0M | 24% |
| France | $1.3M | 15% |
| Australia | $998K | 12% |
| Finland | $753K | 8.8% |
| Israel | $749K | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $392K | 4.6% |
| Denmark | $359K | 4.2% |
| Tunisia | $288K | 3.4% |
| Norway | $276K | 3.2% |
| Vietnam | $269K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States catapult and arresting gear exports (HS 8805.10): 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 8805.10: Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of catapult and arresting gear exported by the United States?
The United States exported catapult and arresting gear worth $136.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 854 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 89 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy catapult and arresting gear from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($31.9 million), followed by Australia (12%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 83 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 907% on the year.
What is the average export price of catapult and arresting gear per kg?
The average declared export value was about $159.95 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $582.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of catapult and arresting gear from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $81.7 million in 2017 to $136.6 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $91.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import catapult and arresting gear?
Yes. The United States imported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, France and Australia. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $128.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for catapult and arresting gear?
The HS code for catapult and arresting gear is subheading 8805.10. It sits in HS chapter 88 (aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8805 page.
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