Broadcasting transmission equipment imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Qatar imported $4.7 million of broadcasting transmission equipment in 2024 (41 tonnes). Value rose 219% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | 41 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 25 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 17 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 33 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 12 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 14 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 17 t |
Where Qatar imports broadcasting transmission equipment from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+372% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 66% |
| United Kingdom | $487K | 11% |
| United States | $376K | 8.1% |
| Italy | $184K | 4% |
| Canada | $155K | 3.3% |
| France | $71K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $58K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $40K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $40K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $39K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $113.88 per kg, 333% above the world average of $26.28. 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.
Broadcasting transmission equipment exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported broadcasting transmission equipment worth $476 thousand (14 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (36%), Switzerland (34%), Pakistan (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+521% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $171K | 36% |
| Switzerland | $162K | 34% |
| Pakistan | $109K | 23% |
| Portugal | $26K | 5.5% |
| Austria | $6K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar broadcasting transmission equipment imports (HS 8525.50): 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 8525.50: Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, not incorporating reception apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of broadcasting transmission equipment imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported broadcasting transmission equipment worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 219% on 2023.
Which countries supply broadcasting transmission equipment to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (10%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of broadcasting transmission equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $113.88 per kg in 2024, 333% above the world average of $26.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of broadcasting transmission equipment to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 123%. The peak was 2021 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Qatar also export broadcasting transmission equipment?
Yes. Qatar exported $476 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Switzerland and Pakistan. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for broadcasting transmission equipment?
The HS code for broadcasting transmission equipment is subheading 8525.50. 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 8525 page.
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