Recording test instruments trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in recording test instruments was worth $1.49 billion in 2024, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.49B | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.43B | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.28B | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.26B | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.12B | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $1.18B | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.10B | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.09B | 2.3K t |
Top recording test instruments exporting countries
Exports are led by Israel (16%), Germany (15%) and Malaysia (13%). 130 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 44%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $235.5M | 16% |
| Germany | $226.7M | 15% |
| Malaysia | $188.6M | 13% |
| China | $144.3M | 9.7% |
| United States | $143.1M | 9.6% |
| Austria | $74.7M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $59.5M | 4% |
| Canada | $57.2M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $51.1M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $46.1M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $39.5M | 2.7% |
| Mexico | $23.7M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of the United States and South Korea. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 40% across 196 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $302.6M | 20% |
| United States | $154.4M | 10% |
| South Korea | $135.9M | 9.2% |
| Germany | $92.0M | 6.2% |
| Hong Kong | $69.4M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $59.4M | 4% |
| Taiwan | $49.5M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $35.3M | 2.4% |
| France | $35.1M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $35.0M | 2.4% |
| India | $32.9M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $32.2M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $436.67 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $1,057.32 per kg and China $112.12 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.
Who is behind these numbers in this market?
The shipment records behind Recording test instruments (HS 9030.84) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
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 9030.84: Instruments and apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 9030, with a recording device. HS 9030 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most recording test instruments?
Israel exported $235.5 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by Germany (15%) and Malaysia (13%). In all, 130 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most recording test instruments?
China imported $302.6 million in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and South Korea (9%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in recording test instruments?
It was worth $1.49 billion in 2024, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 130 countries reported exports and 196 reported imports.
What is the average price of recording test instruments per kg?
The world average declared value was about $436.67 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $1,057.32 per kg and China $112.12 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 recording test instruments?
The HS code for recording test instruments is subheading 9030.84, 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 9030 page.
How can I find recording test instruments buyers and suppliers?
Company names sit below these country totals: EximDataX reads the customs records shipment by shipment, with dates and values. We can show recording test instruments buyers and suppliers on a short call.
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.