Broadcast transceiver equipment imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of broadcast transceiver equipment by the United States reached $778.3 million in 2024 (9.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 216 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $1.21 billion.
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 | $778.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $877.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2022 | $840.4M | 12.3K t |
| 2021 | $611.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $642.4M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $698.3M | 31.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.05B | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.21B | 15.5K t |
Where the United States imports broadcast transceiver equipment from
Most of the value came from Canada (23%), Japan (18%), Malaysia (17%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $180.4M | 23% |
| Japan | $140.1M | 18% |
| Malaysia | $133.5M | 17% |
| Philippines | $59.3M | 7.6% |
| China | $39.5M | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $36.7M | 4.7% |
| Norway | $24.2M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $20.7M | 2.7% |
| Vietnam | $19.8M | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $17.9M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $84.24 per kg, close to the world average of $102.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Broadcast transceiver equipment exports from the United States
Exports of broadcast transceiver equipment by the United States reached $743.1 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 156 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Australia (14%), Canada (10%), Poland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+206% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $104.0M | 14% |
| Canada | $71.6M | 9.6% |
| Poland | $69.9M | 9.4% |
| Romania | $66.6M | 9% |
| Germany | $52.9M | 7.1% |
| France | $50.1M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $47.7M | 6.4% |
| Mexico | $37.1M | 5% |
| Singapore | $23.0M | 3.1% |
| Colombia | $17.6M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States broadcast transceiver equipment imports (HS 8525.60): 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 8525.60: Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating reception apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of broadcast transceiver equipment imported by the United States?
The United States imported broadcast transceiver equipment worth $778.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 28% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply broadcast transceiver equipment to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($180.4 million), followed by Japan (18%) and Malaysia (17%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 79 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of broadcast transceiver equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $84.24 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $102.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of broadcast transceiver equipment to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.21 billion in 2017 to $778.3 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2017 at $1.21 billion. Over 8 years the average was $839.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export broadcast transceiver equipment?
Yes. The United States exported $743.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Canada and Poland. That compares with imports of $778.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for broadcast transceiver equipment?
The HS code for broadcast transceiver equipment is subheading 8525.60. 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 8525 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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