Video game console imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported video game console worth $6.46 billion (63.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 210 countries for imports of this product. That is 40% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.22 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 | $6.46B | 63.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.75B | 99.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.22B | 113.0K t |
| 2021 | $9.80B | 94.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.09B | 68.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.93B | 48.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.43B | 62.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.83B | 60.8K t |
Where the United States imports video game console from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.44B | 84% |
| Vietnam | $340.9M | 5.3% |
| Japan | $262.3M | 4.1% |
| Cambodia | $118.6M | 1.8% |
| Malaysia | $115.4M | 1.8% |
| Mexico | $42.4M | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $38.8M | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $19.8M | 0.3% |
| Canada | $12.9M | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $10.3M | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $101.48 per kg, close to the world average of $97.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Video game console exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported video game console worth $305.8 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 171 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (21%), United Arab Emirates (14%), Netherlands (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $64.6M | 21% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42.4M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $32.7M | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $32.4M | 11% |
| Chile | $18.9M | 6.2% |
| Ecuador | $11.6M | 3.8% |
| Guatemala | $11.1M | 3.6% |
| China | $7.2M | 2.4% |
| Venezuela | $7.1M | 2.3% |
| Colombia | $7.1M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States video game console imports (HS 9504.50): 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 9504.50: Games: video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30.
Common questions
What is the value of video game console imported by the United States?
The United States imported video game console worth $6.46 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 63.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 210 countries worldwide, with 28% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply video game console to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($5.44 billion), followed by Vietnam (5%) and Japan (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 87 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 309% on the year.
What is the average import price of video game console per kg?
The average declared import value was about $101.48 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $97.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of video game console to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.83 billion in 2017 to $6.46 billion in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $11.22 billion. Over 8 years the average was $7.31 billion a year.
Does the United States also export video game console?
Yes. The United States exported $305.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $6.15 billion a year.
What is the HS code for video game console?
The HS code for video game console is subheading 9504.50. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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