Warships exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of warships by the United States reached $16.5 million in 2024 (18 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 25 countries. That is 70% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $55.3 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 | $16.5M | 18 t |
| 2023 | $55.3M | 26 t |
| 2022 | $41.5M | 53 t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 47 t |
| 2020 | $42.0M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 43 t |
| 2018 | $20.6M | 57 t |
| 2017 | $25.9M | 244 t |
Where the United States exports warships to
The largest buyer markets were Australia (35%), Montenegro (20%), Philippines (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+964% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $908.26 per kg, 6534% above the world average of $13.69. 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.
Warships imports to the United States
Imports of warships by the United States reached $9.0 million in 2024 (1 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 36 countries for imports of this product. Australia alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+332% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $6.0M | 67% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 17% |
| Denmark | $998K | 11% |
| Poland | $425K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States warships exports (HS 8906.10): 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 8906.10: Vessels: warships.
Common questions
What is the value of warships exported by the United States?
The United States exported warships worth $16.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 25 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 70% on 2023.
Which countries buy warships from the United States?
Australia was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Montenegro (20%) and the Philippines (19%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 964% on the year.
What is the average export price of warships per kg?
The average declared export value was about $908.26 per kg in 2024, 6534% above the world average of $13.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of warships from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $25.9 million in 2017 to $16.5 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2023 at $55.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import warships?
Yes. The United States imported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, Sweden and Denmark. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for warships?
The HS code for warships is subheading 8906.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8906 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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