Bowed string instruments trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in bowed string instruments was worth $152.5 million in 2024, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017, and up 2% 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 | $152.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $149.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $149.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $133.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $113.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $153.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $156.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $151.2M | 3.5K t |
Top bowed string instruments exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 63% of world exports, followed by Germany and Italy. The top three supply 79% between them, out of 111 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $96.7M | 63% |
| Germany | $14.8M | 9.7% |
| Italy | $8.4M | 5.5% |
| Romania | $4.7M | 3.1% |
| United States | $4.4M | 2.9% |
| France | $4.1M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $3.4M | 2.3% |
| Czech Republic | $1.3M | 0.9% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 0.7% |
| Austria | $944K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $940K | 0.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (27%), Japan (11%) and Germany (5%). 177 countries imported it, and the top three take 43% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $41.8M | 27% |
| Japan | $16.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $6.9M | 4.5% |
| Malaysia | $5.6M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $5.1M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $4.9M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $4.9M | 3.2% |
| Philippines | $4.0M | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $3.8M | 2.5% |
| France | $3.7M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $2.8M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $45.78 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $413.78 per kg and China $33.33 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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The shipment records behind Bowed string instruments (HS 9202.10) importers and exporters, worldwide: 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 9202.10: Musical instruments: string, played with a bow (e.g. violins). HS 9202 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most bowed string instruments?
China exported $96.7 million in 2024, 63% of the world total, followed by Germany (10%) and Italy (6%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most bowed string instruments?
The United States imported $41.8 million in 2024, 27% of world imports, ahead of Japan (11%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 43%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in bowed string instruments?
It was worth $152.5 million in 2024, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $156.6 million. 111 countries reported exports and 177 reported imports.
What is the average price of bowed string instruments per kg?
The world average declared value was about $45.78 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $413.78 per kg and China $33.33 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 bowed string instruments?
The HS code for bowed string instruments is subheading 9202.10, in chapter 92 (musical instruments; 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 9202 page.
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