Sound recorder parts trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sound recorder parts was worth $54.6 million in 2024, about 198 tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $54.6M | 198 t |
| 2023 | $54.0M | 278 t |
| 2022 | $62.2M | 342 t |
| 2021 | $69.4M | 495 t |
| 2020 | $48.3M | 493 t |
| 2019 | $49.6M | 489 t |
| 2018 | $55.5M | 836 t |
| 2017 | $48.1M | 462 t |
Top sound recorder parts exporting countries
Denmark is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by Japan and China. The top three supply 63% between them, out of 70 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $16.1M | 30% |
| Japan | $12.0M | 22% |
| China | $6.4M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 3.7% |
| United States | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 2% |
| Canada | $849K | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (13%), Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). 145 countries imported it, and the top three take 30% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $6.4M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 5.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 5.8% |
| China | $3.2M | 5.8% |
| Czech Republic | $3.1M | 5.6% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 5.6% |
| Taiwan | $2.7M | 4.9% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 4% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $1.4M | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $1.3M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $276.38 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $1,087.54 per kg and China $110.83 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 Sound recorder parts (HS 8522.10) 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 8522.10: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus: parts and accessories thereof, pick-up cartridges. HS 8522 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sound recorder parts?
Denmark exported $16.1 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Japan (22%) and China (12%). In all, 70 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sound recorder parts?
The United States imported $6.8 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). 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 sound recorder parts?
It was worth $54.6 million in 2024, about 198 tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $69.4 million. 70 countries reported exports and 145 reported imports.
What is the average price of sound recorder parts per kg?
The world average declared value was about $276.38 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $1,087.54 per kg and China $110.83 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 sound recorder parts?
The HS code for sound recorder parts is subheading 8522.10, 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 8522 page.
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