Pistol and revolver parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pistol and revolver parts by the United States reached $258.4 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 141 countries. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $413.7 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 | $258.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $283.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $355.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $413.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $316.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $205.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $213.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $220.9M | 1.3K t |
Where the United States imports pistol and revolver parts from
Most of the value came from Austria (19%), India (16%), Italy (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $135.99 per kg, close to the world average of $133.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pistol and revolver parts exports from the United States
Exports of pistol and revolver parts by the United States reached $25.7 million in 2024 (174 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 81 countries. Most of it went to Canada (16%), Austria (12%), Turkey (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pistol and revolver parts imports (HS 9305.10): 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 9305.10: Firearms: parts and accessories, of revolvers or pistols.
Common questions
What is the value of pistol and revolver parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported pistol and revolver parts worth $258.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 141 countries worldwide, with 63% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply pistol and revolver parts to the United States?
Austria was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($48.1 million), followed by India (16%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of pistol and revolver parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $135.99 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $133.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pistol and revolver parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $220.9 million in 2017 to $258.4 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2021 at $413.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $283.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export pistol and revolver parts?
Yes. The United States exported $25.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Austria and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $232.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for pistol and revolver parts?
The HS code for pistol and revolver parts is subheading 9305.10. 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 States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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