Media-based audio devices imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $92.3 million of media-based audio devices in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 206 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $132.8 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 | $92.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $91.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $132.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $76.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $76.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $102.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $98.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $107.4M | 3.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports media-based audio devices from
China alone supplied 60% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $55.0M | 60% |
| Vietnam | $15.4M | 17% |
| Germany | $6.4M | 7% |
| United States | $5.6M | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 1.2% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Austria | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| France | $868K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.37 per kg, 43% 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 the United Kingdom
Exports of media-based audio devices by the United Kingdom reached $18.3 million in 2024 (118 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (27%), Brazil (15%), Ireland (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.9M | 27% |
| Brazil | $2.8M | 16% |
| Ireland | $2.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $966K | 5.3% |
| France | $958K | 5.2% |
| Hong Kong | $583K | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $356K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $259K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $257K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported media-based audio devices worth $92.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 206 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply media-based audio devices to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($55.0 million), followed by Vietnam (17%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of media-based audio devices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.37 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $22.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of media-based audio devices to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $107.4 million in 2017 to $92.3 million in 2024, a fall of 14%. The peak was 2022 at $132.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $97.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export media-based audio devices?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Brazil and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $74.0 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?
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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