Sound amplifier sets exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $40.9 million of sound amplifier sets in 2024 (534 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $40.9M | 534 t |
| 2023 | $43.5M | 608 t |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 569 t |
| 2021 | $30.3M | 518 t |
| 2020 | $33.0M | 695 t |
| 2019 | $36.6M | 975 t |
| 2018 | $39.6M | 927 t |
| 2017 | $32.2M | 654 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports sound amplifier sets to
Most of it went to United States (19%), France (10%), Netherlands (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.9M | 20% |
| France | $4.1M | 9.9% |
| Netherlands | $3.4M | 8.4% |
| Poland | $2.5M | 6.1% |
| Ireland | $1.6M | 4% |
| China | $1.5M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 3.1% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $76.48 per kg, 145% above the world average of $31.26. 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.
Sound amplifier sets imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported sound amplifier sets worth $39.6 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 212 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were China (27%), Italy (18%), United States (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.9M | 27% |
| Italy | $7.2M | 18% |
| United States | $4.9M | 12% |
| Vietnam | $4.3M | 11% |
| Hungary | $1.9M | 4.7% |
| France | $1.6M | 4% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 3.8% |
| Hong Kong | $839K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $744K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $470K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sound amplifier sets exports (HS 8518.50): 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 8518.50: Amplifier sets: electric sound.
Common questions
What is the value of sound amplifier sets exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported sound amplifier sets worth $40.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 534 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 158 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy sound amplifier sets from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by France (10%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 124 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average export price of sound amplifier sets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $76.48 per kg in 2024, 145% above the world average of $31.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of sound amplifier sets from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $32.2 million in 2017 to $40.9 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $43.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import sound amplifier sets?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $39.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and the United States. That compares with exports of $40.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for sound amplifier sets?
The HS code for sound amplifier sets is subheading 8518.50. 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 8518 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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