Hunting rifles imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hunting rifles by the United States reached $285.2 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 148 countries. Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $285.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $341.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $296.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $284.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $202.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $168.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $155.6M | 941 t |
| 2017 | $156.0M | 1.0K t |
Where the United States imports hunting rifles from
The largest suppliers were Brazil (15%), Spain (15%), Finland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $42.7M | 15% |
| Spain | $42.4M | 15% |
| Finland | $32.2M | 11% |
| Japan | $25.8M | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $23.5M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $22.4M | 7.8% |
| Portugal | $21.3M | 7.5% |
| Canada | $19.1M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $16.9M | 5.9% |
| Serbia | $7.8M | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $194.91 per kg, close to the world average of $184.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hunting rifles exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported hunting rifles worth $121.2 million (622 tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 78 countries. Most of it went to Canada (36%), Poland (6%), Australia (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $43.6M | 36% |
| Poland | $6.8M | 5.6% |
| Australia | $6.2M | 5.1% |
| France | $5.8M | 4.8% |
| Ukraine | $5.2M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $4.6M | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $4.5M | 3.7% |
| Sweden | $4.5M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 3.3% |
| Guatemala | $2.8M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States hunting rifles imports (HS 9303.30): 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 9303.30: Firearms: sporting, hunting or target-shooting rifles n.e.c. in heading no. 9303.
Common questions
What is the value of hunting rifles imported by the United States?
The United States imported hunting rifles worth $285.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 148 countries worldwide, with 37% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply hunting rifles to the United States?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($42.7 million), followed by Spain (15%) and Finland (11%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of hunting rifles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $194.91 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $184.37 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hunting rifles to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $156.0 million in 2017 to $285.2 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2023 at $341.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $236.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export hunting rifles?
Yes. The United States exported $121.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Poland and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $164.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for hunting rifles?
The HS code for hunting rifles is subheading 9303.30. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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