Portable radios (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $9.6 million of portable radios (other) in 2024 (238 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $23.5 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 | $9.6M | 238 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 180 t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 393 t |
| 2021 | $20.0M | 848 t |
| 2020 | $23.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $20.0M | 757 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 467 t |
| 2017 | $22.2M | 994 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports portable radios (other) from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Austria (10%), Sweden (8%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+307% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 44% |
| Austria | $911K | 9.5% |
| Sweden | $789K | 8.2% |
| United States | $717K | 7.5% |
| Vietnam | $601K | 6.3% |
| Indonesia | $435K | 4.5% |
| Hong Kong | $329K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $295K | 3.1% |
| France | $213K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $208K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.21 per kg, 105% above the world average of $19.57. 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.
Portable radios (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million of portable radios (other) in 2024 (50 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (38%), Germany (12%), United States (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Croatia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $979K | 38% |
| Germany | $306K | 12% |
| United States | $248K | 9.7% |
| Netherlands | $150K | 5.9% |
| Switzerland | $136K | 5.3% |
| France | $91K | 3.5% |
| Croatia | $73K | 2.8% |
| Canada | $59K | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $45K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $40K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom portable radios (other) imports (HS 8527.19): 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 8527.19: Radio broadcast receivers capable of operating without an external power source: n.e.c. in item no. 8527.1.
Common questions
What is the value of portable radios (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported portable radios (other) worth $9.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 238 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable radios (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Austria (10%) and Sweden (8%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable radios (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.21 per kg in 2024, 105% above the world average of $19.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of portable radios (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.2 million in 2017 to $9.6 million in 2024, a fall of 57%. The peak was 2020 at $23.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export portable radios (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable radios (other)?
The HS code for portable radios (other) is subheading 8527.19. 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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