Portable radios (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of portable radios (other) by the United States reached $159.6 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 205 countries for imports of this product. That is 230% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average.
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 | $159.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $48.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $66.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $62.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $49.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $32.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $38.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $30.2M | 934 t |
Where the United States imports portable radios (other) from
China alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+391% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $142.3M | 89% |
| Japan | $3.8M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $2.8M | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $2.2M | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 0.7% |
| Canada | $943K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $721K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.31 per kg, 75% 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 States
Exports of portable radios (other) by the United States reached $30.5 million in 2024 (584 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. Georgia alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+600% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $17.0M | 56% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 8.3% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 6.2% |
| Poland | $994K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $717K | 2.4% |
| Nigeria | $680K | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $600K | 2% |
| Singapore | $519K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $480K | 1.6% |
| Sweden | $473K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported portable radios (other) worth $159.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 205 countries worldwide, with 30% of world imports. The value was up 230% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable radios (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($142.3 million), followed by Japan (2%) and Vietnam (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 391% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable radios (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.31 per kg in 2024, 75% 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 States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.2 million in 2017 to $159.6 million in 2024, an increase of 428%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $61.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export portable radios (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $30.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Australia and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $129.1 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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