Amusement rides trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in amusement rides was worth $2.01 billion in 2024, about 116.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 22% since 2017, and up 23% 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 | $2.01B | 116.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.63B | 99.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.43B | 84.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.44B | 87.7K t |
| 2020 | $1.33B | 99.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.88B | 143.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.80B | 133.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.65B | 133.1K t |
Top amusement rides exporting countries
Exports are led by Italy (14%), the United States (13%) and China (12%). 138 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 39%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $279.3M | 14% |
| United States | $266.2M | 13% |
| China | $245.9M | 12% |
| Germany | $234.7M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $155.9M | 7.8% |
| Canada | $107.7M | 5.4% |
| Turkey | $79.3M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $72.9M | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $63.8M | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $55.1M | 2.7% |
| Slovakia | $51.4M | 2.6% |
| France | $42.3M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (23%), Saudi Arabia (8%) and Japan (6%). 191 countries imported it, and the top three take 37% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $468.7M | 23% |
| Saudi Arabia | $158.9M | 7.9% |
| Japan | $112.2M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $83.1M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $81.2M | 4% |
| France | $72.1M | 3.6% |
| China | $67.1M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $59.7M | 3% |
| Turkey | $52.7M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $49.6M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $48.6M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $45.2M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $17.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $44.23 per kg and China $7.21 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 9508: Travelling circuses and travelling menageries, amusement park rides and water park amusements, fairground amusements, including shooting galleries and travelling theatres. HS 9508 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most amusement rides?
Italy exported $279.3 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by the United States (13%) and China (12%). In all, 138 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most amusement rides?
The United States imported $468.7 million in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (8%) and Japan (6%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in amusement rides?
It was worth $2.01 billion in 2024, about 116.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 22% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 138 countries reported exports and 191 reported imports.
What is the average price of amusement rides per kg?
The world average declared value was about $17.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $44.23 per kg and China $7.21 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for amusement rides?
The HS code for amusement rides is heading 9508, in chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 9508 page.
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