Communication apparatus (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in communication apparatus (other) was worth $8.92 billion in 2024, about 78.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% 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 | $8.92B | 78.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.41B | 59.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.71B | 63.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.02B | 55.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.03B | 44.6K t |
| 2019 | $7.89B | 64.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.77B | 61.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.86B | 50.2K t |
Top communication apparatus (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (25%), Taiwan (10%) and Mexico (10%). 188 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 45%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.21B | 25% |
| Taiwan | $914.7M | 10% |
| Mexico | $881.3M | 9.9% |
| United States | $827.7M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $457.7M | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $442.0M | 5% |
| Netherlands | $275.2M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $268.6M | 3% |
| Malaysia | $215.2M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $211.2M | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $162.3M | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $147.8M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (25%), Germany (7%) and the Netherlands (7%). 223 countries imported it, and the top three take 39% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.24B | 25% |
| Germany | $631.8M | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $624.1M | 7% |
| United Kingdom | $544.2M | 6.1% |
| France | $307.0M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $222.6M | 2.5% |
| India | $221.9M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $215.5M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $183.6M | 2.1% |
| Japan | $172.4M | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $170.7M | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $168.8M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $114.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $367.63 per kg and Vietnam $61.50 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 8517.69: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6. HS 8517 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most communication apparatus (other)?
China exported $2.21 billion in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by Taiwan (10%) and Mexico (10%). In all, 188 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most communication apparatus (other)?
The United States imported $2.24 billion in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three importers together take 39%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in communication apparatus (other)?
It was worth $8.92 billion in 2024, about 78.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $9.71 billion. 188 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of communication apparatus (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $114.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $367.63 per kg and Vietnam $61.50 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 communication apparatus (other)?
The HS code for communication apparatus (other) is subheading 8517.69, 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 8517 page.
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