Aerials and antenna trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in aerials and antenna was worth $5.90 billion in 2024, about 167.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 1% since 2017, and up 6% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.90B | 167.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.59B | 275.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.68B | 201.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.63B | 204.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.19B | 217.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.70B | 224.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.94B | 254.3K t |
| 2017 | $5.99B | 257.2K t |
Top aerials and antenna exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (23%), China (21%) and Vietnam (6%). 177 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 49%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.36B | 23% |
| China | $1.22B | 21% |
| Vietnam | $325.7M | 5.5% |
| Germany | $282.9M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $276.0M | 4.7% |
| France | $207.6M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $185.0M | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $172.9M | 2.9% |
| Canada | $163.9M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $149.4M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $135.8M | 2.3% |
| Israel | $127.6M | 2.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Japan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 219 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $894.6M | 15% |
| Germany | $431.7M | 7.3% |
| Japan | $399.3M | 6.8% |
| South Korea | $392.8M | 6.7% |
| France | $251.0M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $217.5M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $201.3M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $199.3M | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $149.4M | 2.5% |
| China | $141.0M | 2.4% |
| India | $126.6M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $124.5M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $35.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $334.83 per kg and China $13.21 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 8529.10: Reception and transmission apparatus: aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds and parts suitable for use therewith. HS 8529 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most aerials and antenna?
The United States exported $1.36 billion in 2024, 23% of the world total, followed by China (21%) and Vietnam (6%). In all, 177 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most aerials and antenna?
The United States imported $894.6 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Japan (7%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in aerials and antenna?
It was worth $5.90 billion in 2024, about 167.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $5.99 billion. 177 countries reported exports and 219 reported imports.
What is the average price of aerials and antenna per kg?
The world average declared value was about $35.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $334.83 per kg and China $13.21 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for aerials and antenna?
The HS code for aerials and antenna is subheading 8529.10, in chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8529 page.
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