Receiver and amplifier tubes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in receiver and amplifier tubes was worth $106.6 million in 2024, about 639 tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017, and down 11% 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 | $106.6M | 639 t |
| 2023 | $119.6M | 398 t |
| 2022 | $108.1M | 522 t |
| 2021 | $111.6M | 389 t |
| 2020 | $124.3M | 777 t |
| 2019 | $101.5M | 429 t |
| 2018 | $94.0M | 418 t |
| 2017 | $105.6M | 1.0K t |
Top receiver and amplifier tubes exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 31% of world exports, followed by France and Slovakia. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 69 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $33.0M | 31% |
| France | $27.1M | 25% |
| Slovakia | $9.8M | 9.2% |
| China | $8.8M | 8.3% |
| Germany | $7.5M | 7% |
| Japan | $4.1M | 3.9% |
| Russia | $3.4M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $2.4M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $1.6M | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $957K | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Germany (15%), South Korea (13%) and the United States (13%). 127 countries imported it, and the top three take 42% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.1M | 15% |
| South Korea | $14.2M | 13% |
| United States | $13.9M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $7.7M | 7.2% |
| China | $7.5M | 7% |
| Japan | $6.2M | 5.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.4M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 4.4% |
| Malaysia | $3.1M | 2.9% |
| Israel | $2.9M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $2.3M | 2.2% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $166.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $647.19 per kg and China $36.47 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 8540.81: Valves and tubes: receiver or amplifier. HS 8540 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most receiver and amplifier tubes?
The United States exported $33.0 million in 2024, 31% of the world total, followed by France (25%) and Slovakia (9%). In all, 69 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most receiver and amplifier tubes?
Germany imported $16.1 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of South Korea (13%) and the United States (13%). The top three importers together take 42%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in receiver and amplifier tubes?
It was worth $106.6 million in 2024, about 639 tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2020 at $124.3 million. 69 countries reported exports and 127 reported imports.
What is the average price of receiver and amplifier tubes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $166.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $647.19 per kg and China $36.47 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 receiver and amplifier tubes?
The HS code for receiver and amplifier tubes is subheading 8540.81, 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 8540 page.
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