Desktop computers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in desktop computers was worth $14.50 billion in 2024, about 128.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 60% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $14.50B | 128.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.93B | 120.6K t |
| 2022 | $14.97B | 142.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.02B | 135.6K t |
| 2020 | $10.61B | 111.0K t |
| 2019 | $10.26B | 104.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.76B | 86.9K t |
| 2017 | $9.08B | 88.5K t |
Top desktop computers exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 29% of world exports, followed by the Netherlands and Poland. The top three supply 51% between them, out of 172 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.20B | 29% |
| Netherlands | $1.73B | 12% |
| Poland | $1.48B | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $1.12B | 7.7% |
| United States | $924.7M | 6.4% |
| Taiwan | $919.3M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $610.6M | 4.2% |
| Malaysia | $459.8M | 3.2% |
| Hungary | $372.9M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $306.1M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $238.9M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $231.7M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of Sweden and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.73B | 12% |
| Sweden | $1.40B | 9.6% |
| Germany | $1.27B | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.21B | 8.4% |
| France | $814.0M | 5.6% |
| Ireland | $614.8M | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $458.8M | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $373.8M | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $321.5M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $314.9M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $306.0M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $301.5M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $113.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $248.69 per kg and China $70.22 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 Desktop computers (HS 8471.41) 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 8471.41: Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30. HS 8471 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most desktop computers?
China exported $4.20 billion in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by the Netherlands (12%) and Poland (10%). In all, 172 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most desktop computers?
The United States imported $1.73 billion in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Sweden (10%) and Germany (9%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in desktop computers?
It was worth $14.50 billion in 2024, about 128.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 60% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $14.97 billion. 172 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of desktop computers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $113.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $248.69 per kg and China $70.22 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 desktop computers?
The HS code for desktop computers is subheading 8471.41, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8471 page.
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