Rocket launchers exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported rocket launchers worth $278.6 million (675 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 46 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $364.8 million.
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 | $278.6M | 675 t |
| 2023 | $235.9M | 608 t |
| 2022 | $141.4M | 497 t |
| 2021 | $174.0M | 126 t |
| 2020 | $157.7M | 79 t |
| 2019 | $364.8M | 435 t |
| 2018 | $186.4M | 598 t |
| 2017 | $132.5M | 174 t |
Where the United States exports rocket launchers to
The largest buyer markets were Romania (34%), South Korea (12%), Egypt (7%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $94.2M | 34% |
| South Korea | $34.7M | 13% |
| Egypt | $20.8M | 7.5% |
| Poland | $16.1M | 5.8% |
| Ukraine | $14.5M | 5.2% |
| Italy | $14.3M | 5.1% |
| Japan | $12.3M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $11.9M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $7.4M | 2.7% |
| Norway | $7.2M | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $412.56 per kg, close to the world average of $360.59.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rocket launchers imports to the United States
Imports of rocket launchers by the United States reached $59.1 million in 2024 (98 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. One supplier dominates: Romania accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $33.3M | 56% |
| Poland | $10.0M | 17% |
| Norway | $6.6M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $5.4M | 9.1% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $708K | 1.2% |
| Estonia | $474K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $459K | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $224K | 0.4% |
| Slovakia | $130K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States rocket launchers exports (HS 9301.20): 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 9301.20: Military weapons: rocket launchers, flame-throwers, grenade launchers, torpedo tubes and similar projectors.
Common questions
What is the value of rocket launchers exported by the United States?
The United States exported rocket launchers worth $278.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 675 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 46 countries worldwide, with 19% of world exports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy rocket launchers from the United States?
Romania was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($94.2 million), followed by South Korea (12%) and Egypt (7%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 57 buyer countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of rocket launchers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $412.56 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $360.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of rocket launchers from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $132.5 million in 2017 to $278.6 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. The peak was 2019 at $364.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $208.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import rocket launchers?
Yes. The United States imported $59.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Romania, Poland and Norway. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $219.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rocket launchers?
The HS code for rocket launchers is subheading 9301.20. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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