Car radios imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported car radios worth $4.3 million (65 tonnes). Value fell 53% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 44% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $253.1 million.
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 | $4.3M | 65 t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 56 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 51 t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 94 t |
| 2020 | $71.9M | 297 t |
| 2019 | $218.2M | 718 t |
| 2018 | $228.6M | 645 t |
| 2017 | $253.1M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports car radios from
The largest suppliers were United States (24%), China (24%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+850% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.0M | 24% |
| China | $1.0M | 24% |
| Germany | $582K | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $475K | 11% |
| Portugal | $309K | 7.2% |
| Hungary | $222K | 5.2% |
| Japan | $98K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $91K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $81K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $77K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $65.88 per kg, 38% below the world average of $105.60, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Car radios exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported car radios worth $1.1 million (10 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Belgium (40%), China (12%), United States (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+443% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $464K | 40% |
| China | $140K | 12% |
| United States | $77K | 6.7% |
| France | $66K | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 5% |
| Germany | $40K | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $32K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $24K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $23K | 2% |
| South Africa | $22K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom car radios imports (HS 8527.29): 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 8527.29: Radio-broadcast receivers not capable of operating without an external source of power, of a kind used in motor vehicles: not combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of car radios imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported car radios worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply car radios to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by China (24%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 850% on the year.
What is the average import price of car radios per kg?
The average declared import value was about $65.88 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $105.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of car radios to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $253.1 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, a fall of 98%. The peak was 2017 at $253.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $100.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export car radios?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, China and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for car radios?
The HS code for car radios is subheading 8527.29. 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 8527 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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