Sporting firearm parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported sporting firearm parts worth $96.9 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $96.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $88.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $85.9M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $78.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $62.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $42.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $48.2M | 797 t |
| 2017 | $51.1M | 643 t |
Where the United States imports sporting firearm parts from
Most of the value came from China (31%), Taiwan (18%), Israel (14%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+524% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.0M | 31% |
| Taiwan | $17.7M | 18% |
| Israel | $14.1M | 15% |
| Belgium | $4.8M | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $3.9M | 4% |
| Canada | $3.7M | 3.8% |
| Malaysia | $2.8M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $2.3M | 2.3% |
| Colombia | $2.2M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.06 per kg, 51% below the world average of $45.26, 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.
Sporting firearm parts exports from the United States
The United States exported $50.0 million of sporting firearm parts in 2024 (502 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 102 countries. The largest buyer markets were Morocco (24%), Jordan (10%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+268% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $11.8M | 24% |
| Jordan | $5.0M | 10% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 10% |
| Greece | $3.3M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 3.6% |
| Australia | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sporting firearm parts imports (HS 9305.99): 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 9305.99: Firearms: parts and accessories, of firearms other than the military weapons of heading 9301.
Common questions
What is the value of sporting firearm parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported sporting firearm parts worth $96.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 159 countries worldwide, with 23% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply sporting firearm parts to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($30.0 million), followed by Taiwan (18%) and Israel (14%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 524% on the year.
What is the average import price of sporting firearm parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.06 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $45.26 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sporting firearm parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.1 million in 2017 to $96.9 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $69.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export sporting firearm parts?
Yes. The United States exported $50.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Jordan and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $47.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sporting firearm parts?
The HS code for sporting firearm parts is subheading 9305.99. 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?
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