Broadcasting transmission equipment trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in broadcasting transmission equipment was worth $2.28 billion in 2024, about 86.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017, and up 14% 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 | $2.28B | 86.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.01B | 15.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.90B | 25.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.62B | 28.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.35B | 32.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.51B | 36.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.87B | 36.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.79B | 24.6K t |
Top broadcasting transmission equipment exporting countries
Exports are led by Vietnam (37%), the United States (12%) and China (9%). 145 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 58%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $842.7M | 37% |
| United States | $281.9M | 12% |
| China | $203.2M | 8.9% |
| Canada | $116.9M | 5.1% |
| Taiwan | $108.2M | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $89.5M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $68.0M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $52.8M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $49.3M | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $49.1M | 2.2% |
| France | $48.5M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $46.7M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 52% of world imports, ahead of Canada and Singapore. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 68% across 214 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.20B | 52% |
| Canada | $305.8M | 13% |
| Singapore | $59.9M | 2.6% |
| Ukraine | $48.2M | 2.1% |
| Spain | $47.0M | 2.1% |
| France | $43.9M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $40.6M | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $37.2M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $34.4M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $33.0M | 1.5% |
| India | $29.7M | 1.3% |
| Australia | $25.2M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $26.28 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $410.59 per kg and Vietnam $11.26 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 8525.50: Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, not incorporating reception apparatus. HS 8525 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most broadcasting transmission equipment?
Vietnam exported $842.7 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by the United States (12%) and China (9%). In all, 145 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most broadcasting transmission equipment?
The United States imported $1.20 billion in 2024, 52% of world imports, ahead of Canada (13%) and Singapore (3%). The top three importers together take 68%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in broadcasting transmission equipment?
It was worth $2.28 billion in 2024, about 86.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 145 countries reported exports and 214 reported imports.
What is the average price of broadcasting transmission equipment per kg?
The world average declared value was about $26.28 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $410.59 per kg and Vietnam $11.26 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 broadcasting transmission equipment?
The HS code for broadcasting transmission equipment is subheading 8525.50, 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 8525 page.
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