Music boxes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported music boxes worth $4.0 million (266 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 180 countries. Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.0M | 266 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 271 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 162 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 193 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 223 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 170 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 192 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 181 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports music boxes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 77% |
| United States | $617K | 15% |
| France | $96K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $70K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $34K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $30K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $13K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $7K | 0.2% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.12 per kg, close to the world average of $14.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Music boxes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $386 thousand of music boxes in 2024 (16 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (32%), United States (14%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+665% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $123K | 32% |
| United States | $55K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 11% |
| Germany | $35K | 9% |
| China | $29K | 7.6% |
| Switzerland | $17K | 4.4% |
| Canada | $12K | 3% |
| Spain | $9K | 2.3% |
| Lithuania | $7K | 1.9% |
| Croatia | $6K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom music boxes imports (HS 9208.10): 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 9208.10: Musical boxes.
Common questions
What is the value of music boxes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported music boxes worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 266 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 180 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply music boxes to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United States (15%) and France (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of music boxes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.12 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $14.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of music boxes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export music boxes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $386 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for music boxes?
The HS code for music boxes is subheading 9208.10. It sits in HS chapter 92 (musical instruments; parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9208 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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