Film projectors trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in film projectors was worth $96.2 million in 2024, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 48% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $96.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $99.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $92.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $91.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $67.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $186.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $167.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $186.6M | 1.8K t |
Top film projectors exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 39% of world exports, followed by Canada and Belgium. The top three supply 74% between them, out of 104 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.4M | 39% |
| Canada | $17.4M | 18% |
| Belgium | $16.3M | 17% |
| United States | $4.4M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 4% |
| Hong Kong | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $944K | 1% |
| France | $825K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $801K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $678K | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of France and Brazil. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 173 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.5M | 13% |
| France | $10.6M | 11% |
| Brazil | $8.3M | 8.7% |
| United States | $6.7M | 7% |
| Russia | $6.0M | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 4.1% |
| Japan | $3.7M | 3.9% |
| Hong Kong | $3.3M | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 1.8% |
| Morocco | $1.7M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $87.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $394.30 per kg and China $57.06 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 9007.20: Projectors, cinematographic: whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus. HS 9007 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most film projectors?
China exported $37.4 million in 2024, 39% of the world total, followed by Canada (18%) and Belgium (17%). In all, 104 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most film projectors?
China imported $12.5 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of France (11%) and Brazil (9%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in film projectors?
It was worth $96.2 million in 2024, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 48% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $186.6 million. 104 countries reported exports and 173 reported imports.
What is the average price of film projectors per kg?
The world average declared value was about $87.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $394.30 per kg and China $57.06 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for film projectors?
The HS code for film projectors is subheading 9007.20, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9007 page.
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