Sound recorder parts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sound recorder parts by the United States reached $6.8 million in 2024 (12 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 145 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.6 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 | $6.8M | 12 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 14 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 43 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 14 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 7 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 9 t |
Where the United States imports sound recorder parts from
Most of the value came from Japan (39%), Denmark (38%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest (+474% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $2.7M | 39% |
| Denmark | $2.6M | 38% |
| United Kingdom | $703K | 10% |
| Lithuania | $201K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $142K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $125K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $103K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 0.8% |
| China | $52K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $34K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $552.06 per kg, 100% above the world average of $276.39. 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 recorder parts exports from the United States
Exports of sound recorder parts by the United States reached $1.8 million in 2024 (6 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 70 countries. Most of it went to Canada (21%), Hong Kong (11%), Netherlands (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+871% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $368K | 21% |
| Hong Kong | $202K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $159K | 9% |
| Mexico | $148K | 8.4% |
| Italy | $120K | 6.8% |
| Germany | $111K | 6.3% |
| China | $83K | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $82K | 4.6% |
| France | $75K | 4.3% |
| Denmark | $68K | 3.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sound recorder parts imports (HS 8522.10): 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 8522.10: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus: parts and accessories thereof, pick-up cartridges.
Common questions
What is the value of sound recorder parts imported by the United States?
The United States imported sound recorder parts worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 145 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply sound recorder parts to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Denmark (38%) and the United Kingdom (10%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 474% on the year.
What is the average import price of sound recorder parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $552.06 per kg in 2024, 100% above the world average of $276.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sound recorder parts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2021 at $10.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export sound recorder parts?
Yes. The United States exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Hong Kong and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sound recorder parts?
The HS code for sound recorder parts is subheading 8522.10. 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 8522 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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