Broadcasting transmission equipment exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of broadcasting transmission equipment by the United Kingdom reached $52.8 million in 2024 (351 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 145 countries for exports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $90.7 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 | $52.8M | 351 t |
| 2023 | $47.6M | 367 t |
| 2022 | $42.8M | 330 t |
| 2021 | $55.4M | 294 t |
| 2020 | $51.7M | 516 t |
| 2019 | $51.0M | 608 t |
| 2018 | $62.9M | 838 t |
| 2017 | $90.7M | 760 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports broadcasting transmission equipment to
Most of it went to United States (19%), Poland (13%), France (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.0M | 19% |
| Poland | $6.8M | 13% |
| France | $5.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 7.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.0M | 5.6% |
| China | $2.4M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 4.3% |
| Singapore | $1.8M | 3.5% |
| India | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 3.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $150.43 per kg, 472% 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 imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported broadcasting transmission equipment worth $40.6 million (332 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. The largest suppliers were United States (24%), China (17%), Vietnam (13%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.7M | 24% |
| China | $6.8M | 17% |
| Vietnam | $5.2M | 13% |
| Canada | $3.4M | 8.3% |
| Belgium | $2.0M | 5% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 4.9% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 4.5% |
| France | $1.0M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $884K | 2.2% |
| Greece | $864K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom broadcasting transmission equipment exports (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 exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported broadcasting transmission equipment worth $52.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 351 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 145 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy broadcasting transmission equipment from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by Poland (13%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 128 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average export price of broadcasting transmission equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $150.43 per kg in 2024, 472% 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 exports of broadcasting transmission equipment from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $90.7 million in 2017 to $52.8 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2017 at $90.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import broadcasting transmission equipment?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $40.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and Vietnam. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.2 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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