Audio amplifiers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in audio amplifiers was worth $4.48 billion in 2024, about 80.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017, and down 5% 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 | $4.48B | 80.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.69B | 82.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.95B | 80.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.74B | 78.9K t |
| 2020 | $3.04B | 65.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.50B | 58.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.71B | 62.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.51B | 66.2K t |
Top audio amplifiers exporting countries
Exports are led by China (28%), Mexico (21%) and Germany (9%). 163 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 58%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.24B | 28% |
| Mexico | $956.8M | 21% |
| Germany | $395.8M | 8.8% |
| United States | $298.0M | 6.7% |
| Hungary | $239.5M | 5.4% |
| Thailand | $142.0M | 3.2% |
| Morocco | $102.1M | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $95.5M | 2.1% |
| Japan | $92.4M | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $90.4M | 2% |
| Romania | $85.2M | 1.9% |
| France | $65.6M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Japan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 42% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.14B | 25% |
| Germany | $431.4M | 9.6% |
| Japan | $334.7M | 7.5% |
| China | $268.5M | 6% |
| South Korea | $193.0M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $169.3M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $159.8M | 3.6% |
| Poland | $155.1M | 3.5% |
| France | $105.6M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $97.5M | 2.2% |
| Hong Kong | $91.6M | 2.1% |
| Canada | $83.6M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $55.47 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Morocco averaged $157.32 per kg and China $30.32 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 8518.40: Amplifiers: audio-frequency electric. HS 8518 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most audio amplifiers?
China exported $1.24 billion in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by Mexico (21%) and Germany (9%). In all, 163 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most audio amplifiers?
The United States imported $1.14 billion in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany (10%) and Japan (7%). The top three importers together take 42%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in audio amplifiers?
It was worth $4.48 billion in 2024, about 80.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $4.69 billion. 163 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of audio amplifiers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $55.47 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Morocco averaged $157.32 per kg and China $30.32 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for audio amplifiers?
The HS code for audio amplifiers is subheading 8518.40, 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 8518 page.
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