Sporting shotguns imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported sporting shotguns worth $420.3 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 149 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $669.2 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 | $420.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $445.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $483.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $669.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $411.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $273.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $252.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $214.2M | 1.2K t |
Where the United States imports sporting shotguns from
Most of the value came from Italy (46%), Turkey (35%), Brazil (7%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $194.8M | 46% |
| Turkey | $148.3M | 35% |
| Brazil | $30.2M | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $24.4M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $10.1M | 2.4% |
| China | $5.5M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 0.4% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 0.3% |
| Austria | $980K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $192.62 per kg, 24% above the world average of $155.13. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sporting shotguns exports from the United States
Exports of sporting shotguns by the United States reached $18.9 million in 2024 (152 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 65 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (38%), Dominican Republic (10%), Turkey (9%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.1M | 38% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.9M | 9.9% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 8.7% |
| Poland | $850K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $805K | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $709K | 3.8% |
| Australia | $431K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $430K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $399K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $351K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sporting shotguns imports (HS 9303.20): 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 9303.20: Firearms: sporting, hunting or target-shooting shotguns, including combination shotgun-rifles.
Common questions
What is the value of sporting shotguns imported by the United States?
The United States imported sporting shotguns worth $420.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 149 countries worldwide, with 60% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply sporting shotguns to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($194.8 million), followed by Turkey (35%) and Brazil (7%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of sporting shotguns per kg?
The average declared import value was about $192.62 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $155.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sporting shotguns to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $214.2 million in 2017 to $420.3 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. The peak was 2021 at $669.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $396.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export sporting shotguns?
Yes. The United States exported $18.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Dominican Republic and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $401.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sporting shotguns?
The HS code for sporting shotguns is subheading 9303.20. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9303 page.
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