Audio amplifiers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported audio amplifiers worth $1.14 billion (10.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 215 countries for imports of this product. That is 19% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.14B | 10.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.40B | 15.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.11B | 15.8K t |
| 2021 | $950.7M | 13.3K t |
| 2020 | $791.6M | 11.2K t |
| 2019 | $891.0M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $948.2M | 14.4K t |
| 2017 | $833.9M | 16.1K t |
Where the United States imports audio amplifiers from
One supplier dominates: Mexico accounted for 57% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $651.6M | 57% |
| China | $171.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $51.9M | 4.6% |
| Thailand | $39.7M | 3.5% |
| Brazil | $24.3M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $22.2M | 2% |
| Canada | $21.0M | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $16.4M | 1.5% |
| Japan | $15.6M | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $14.9M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $105.95 per kg, 91% above the world average of $55.47. 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.
Audio amplifiers exports from the United States
Exports of audio amplifiers by the United States reached $298.0 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 163 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (35%), Japan (9%), Canada (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+463% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $104.8M | 35% |
| Japan | $26.7M | 9% |
| Canada | $26.0M | 8.7% |
| China | $22.0M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $17.1M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $10.9M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $10.2M | 3.4% |
| Australia | $9.1M | 3% |
| Thailand | $5.9M | 2% |
| Hong Kong | $4.8M | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States audio amplifiers imports (HS 8518.40): 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 8518.40: Amplifiers: audio-frequency electric.
Common questions
What is the value of audio amplifiers imported by the United States?
The United States imported audio amplifiers worth $1.14 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 215 countries worldwide, with 25% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply audio amplifiers to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($651.6 million), followed by China (15%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 13% on the year.
What is the average import price of audio amplifiers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $105.95 per kg in 2024, 91% above the world average of $55.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of audio amplifiers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $833.9 million in 2017 to $1.14 billion in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2023 at $1.40 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.01 billion a year.
Does the United States also export audio amplifiers?
Yes. The United States exported $298.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Japan and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $837.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for audio amplifiers?
The HS code for audio amplifiers is subheading 8518.40. 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.
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