Rifle and shotgun parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rifle and shotgun parts by the United States reached $323.1 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 154 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $323.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $306.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $313.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $396.6M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $278.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $218.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $240.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $242.9M | 2.0K t |
Where the United States imports rifle and shotgun parts from
The largest suppliers were Italy (14%), Canada (14%), China (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 40%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+151% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $45.6M | 14% |
| Canada | $45.2M | 14% |
| China | $38.3M | 12% |
| Portugal | $37.8M | 12% |
| Japan | $33.3M | 10% |
| India | $17.5M | 5.4% |
| Taiwan | $17.0M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $16.6M | 5.1% |
| Turkey | $16.1M | 5% |
| Mexico | $16.0M | 5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.34 per kg, close to the world average of $60.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rifle and shotgun parts exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported rifle and shotgun parts worth $88.5 million (743 tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (24%), Ukraine (15%), Germany (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+544% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $21.4M | 24% |
| Ukraine | $13.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $6.1M | 6.9% |
| Australia | $5.9M | 6.7% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 6.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3.0M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $2.5M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States rifle and shotgun parts imports (HS 9305.20): 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 9305.20: Firearms: parts and accessories, of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303.
Common questions
What is the value of rifle and shotgun parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported rifle and shotgun parts worth $323.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 154 countries worldwide, with 50% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply rifle and shotgun parts to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 14% of the value ($45.6 million), followed by Canada (14%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of rifle and shotgun parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.34 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $60.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rifle and shotgun parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $242.9 million in 2017 to $323.1 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $396.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $289.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export rifle and shotgun parts?
Yes. The United States exported $88.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Ukraine and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $234.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rifle and shotgun parts?
The HS code for rifle and shotgun parts is subheading 9305.20. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9305 page.
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