HS Code:
The category 'Combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus capable of receiving and decoding digital radio data system signals' (likely under HS Code 8527.91 or a related subheading) includes devices such as radios and audio systems integrated with recording or reproducing capabilities that can decode digital radio data system (RDS) signals. These devices are commonly used in vehicles, home entertainment systems, and portable audio equipment, allowing users to receive enhanced radio broadcasts with metadata like station names, song titles, and traffic updates. This category represents a niche but significant segment of consumer electronics, driven by demand for advanced audio technologies and connectivity.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Shift towards digital and smart audio systems
Increased demand for RDS-capable devices integrated with IoT and smart home ecosystems, boosting trade volumes by 8% annually.
2021-2022
Decline in standalone radio devices
Reduced demand for traditional radios as multifunctional devices (e.g., smartphones) dominate, leading to a 5% drop in certain subcategories.
2020-2022
Growth in automotive integration
Rising incorporation of RDS-capable systems in vehicles, especially in Europe, driving a 10% increase in exports from key manufacturers.
2022
The European Union introduced new mandatory standards for digital radio compatibility in vehicles, requiring all new cars to include RDS-capable systems starting 2023.
June 2022
Expected to increase demand for compliant devices, benefiting exporters from Germany and Japan.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on consumer electronics, including RDS-capable audio devices, from 7.5% to 4% for Chinese exports to the US.
March 2023
Likely to boost Chinese exports to the US by 15% in the next two years.
Major manufacturers unveiled next-gen RDS systems with enhanced data capabilities at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), focusing on real-time traffic and weather updates.
January 2023
Anticipated to drive consumer interest and increase trade volume by 12% in premium audio segments.