Media-based audio devices imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported media-based audio devices worth $4.7 million (106 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.7M | 106 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 69 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 93 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 229 t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 78 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 133 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 71 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 67 t |
Where Israel imports media-based audio devices from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Hong Kong (17%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 42% |
| Hong Kong | $775K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $515K | 11% |
| Germany | $227K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $173K | 3.7% |
| Ireland | $168K | 3.6% |
| Lithuania | $146K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 2.8% |
| United States | $126K | 2.7% |
| Slovakia | $106K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.14 per kg, 96% above the world average of $22.56. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Media-based audio devices exports from Israel
Exports of media-based audio devices by Israel reached $1.8 million in 2024 (54 tonnes). United States alone took 81% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.4M | 81% |
| Belgium | $152K | 8.7% |
| Canada | $56K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $21K | 1.2% |
| Albania | $14K | 0.8% |
| France | $13K | 0.7% |
| Moldova | $11K | 0.6% |
| Burundi | $7K | 0.4% |
| Ecuador | $7K | 0.4% |
| Malawi | $7K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel media-based audio devices imports (HS 8519.81): 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 8519.81: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus: using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media, n.e.c. in item no 8519.20, 8519.30 or 8519.50.
Common questions
What is the value of media-based audio devices imported by Israel?
Israel imported media-based audio devices worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 106 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply media-based audio devices to Israel?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Hong Kong (17%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of media-based audio devices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.14 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $22.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of media-based audio devices to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Israel also export media-based audio devices?
Yes. Israel exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Belgium and Canada. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for media-based audio devices?
The HS code for media-based audio devices is subheading 8519.81. It sits in HS 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 full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8519 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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