Broadcast transceiver equipment exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported broadcast transceiver equipment worth $131.2 million (248 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 156 countries. Value rose 21% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $207.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $131.2M | 249 t |
| 2023 | $108.7M | 305 t |
| 2022 | $82.1M | 274 t |
| 2021 | $118.3M | 287 t |
| 2020 | $97.3M | 374 t |
| 2019 | $207.0M | 561 t |
| 2018 | $179.6M | 901 t |
| 2017 | $158.2M | 507 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports broadcast transceiver equipment to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (16%), Poland (9%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $21.5M | 16% |
| Poland | $12.2M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $10.6M | 8.1% |
| United States | $8.3M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $6.9M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $6.3M | 4.8% |
| Finland | $5.9M | 4.5% |
| Singapore | $5.2M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $5.1M | 3.9% |
| France | $5.0M | 3.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $528.01 per kg, 414% above the world average of $102.80. 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.
Broadcast transceiver equipment imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported broadcast transceiver equipment worth $120.5 million (298 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. The largest suppliers were United States (40%), Germany (11%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+136% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $47.7M | 40% |
| Germany | $12.9M | 11% |
| China | $9.4M | 7.8% |
| Norway | $9.2M | 7.6% |
| France | $6.5M | 5.4% |
| Canada | $6.5M | 5.4% |
| Ireland | $3.4M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $3.0M | 2.5% |
| Australia | $2.7M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom broadcast transceiver equipment exports (HS 8525.60): 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 8525.60: Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating reception apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of broadcast transceiver equipment exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported broadcast transceiver equipment worth $131.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 248 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 156 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy broadcast transceiver equipment from the United Kingdom?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($21.5 million), followed by Poland (9%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 134 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 361% on the year.
What is the average export price of broadcast transceiver equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $528.01 per kg in 2024, 414% above the world average of $102.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of broadcast transceiver equipment from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $158.2 million in 2017 to $131.2 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2019 at $207.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $135.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import broadcast transceiver equipment?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $120.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and China. That compares with exports of $131.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for broadcast transceiver equipment?
The HS code for broadcast transceiver equipment is subheading 8525.60. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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