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Global Headphone Market 2024

Headphone Market Size

The global headphone market amounted to $X in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Headphone Production

In value terms, headphone production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global production attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

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Headphone Exports

Exports

In 2022, approx. X units of headphones were exported worldwide; approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, exports showed a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, headphone exports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by X%. The global exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Exports by Country

In 2022, China (X units), Hong Kong SAR (X units) and the United Arab Emirates (X units) was the major exporter of headphones in the world, making up X% of total export. It was distantly followed by the Netherlands (X units), generating an X% share of total exports. The following exporters - the United States (X units), Belgium (X units), Malaysia (X units), Germany (X units), Singapore (X units), Myanmar (X units), Mexico (X units), the Philippines (X units) and Vietnam (X units) - together made up X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Myanmar (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest headphone supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a X% share.

In China, headphone exports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Germany (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average headphone export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while Myanmar ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Headphone Imports

Imports

In 2022, supplies from abroad of headphones increased by X% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a slight reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the maximum at X units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, headphone imports contracted slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X units), distantly followed by Mexico (X units) and China (X units) were the major importers of headphones, together generating X% of total imports. The UK (X units), Italy (X units), Hong Kong SAR (X units), the United Arab Emirates (X units), India (X units), Poland (X units), the Netherlands (X units), Russia (X units) and Thailand (X units) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to headphone imports into the United States stood at X%. At the same time, Poland (X%), Italy (X%), Mexico (X%), the United Arab Emirates (X%), Russia (X%) and Thailand (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Poland emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. By contrast, the UK (X%), China (X%), the Netherlands (X%), India (X%) and Hong Kong SAR (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Mexico (X p.p.), the United States (X p.p.) and Italy (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2012-2022, the share of India (X p.p.) and Hong Kong SAR (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported headphones worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a X% share.

In the United States, headphone imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Netherlands (X% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average headphone import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, posted a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2021, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per unit), while Mexico ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for headphones in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were China, the United States and Mexico, with a combined 47% share of global consumption. Indonesia, Vietnam, the UK, Italy, Thailand, France, Poland and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of headphones in the world?

China remains the largest headphone producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 46% of total volume. Moreover, headphone production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Vietnam, with a 7.4% share.

What are the leading exporters of headphones in the world?

In value terms, China remains the largest headphone supplier worldwide, comprising 25% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands, with a 9.1% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 7.9% share.

What are the leading importers of headphones in the world?

In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported headphones worldwide, comprising 27% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands, with a 5.4% share of global imports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 2.9% share.

What is the average export price for headphones in the world?

The average headphone export price stood at $37 per unit in 2022, reducing by -5.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for headphones in the world?

The average headphone import price stood at $13 per unit in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global headphone market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 26404270 - Headphones and earphones, even with microphone, and sets consisting of microphone and one or more loudspeakers (excluding airmen

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

AKG, Allen & Heath, Alesis, Amkette, Andrea Electronics, Apple Inc., ARCTIC, Astell&Kern, Asus, AudioQuest, Audio-Technica, Bang & Olufsen, Beats Electronics, Behringer, Beyerdynamic, Boombotix, Bose Corporation, Bowers & Wilkins, Bush, Corsair, Creative, Denon, Devialet, Edifier, Encore Data Products, Fender Musical, Instruments Corporation, Fiio, Focal, Focusrite, Fostex, Goji Electronics, Grado Labs, Happy Plugs, Harman Kardon, HiFiMAN Electronics, iBall, iFrogz, Jabra, JBL, JH Audio, JLab Audio, JVC, KEF, Klipsch Audio Technologies, Koss Corporation, Kygo Life AS, Logitech, LG, M-Audio, Marshall Amplification, Master & Dynamic, McIntosh, Meizu, Meze Audio, Microsoft, Monoprice, Monster, Nakamichi, Onkyo, OPPO Digital, Panasonic, Parrot SA, Phiaton, Philips, Pioneer (Pioneer DJ line), Plantronics, Gamecom, PSB, Razer, RHA Audio, Roland, Samsung, Sennheiser, Shure, Skullcandy, SMS Audio, Sol Republic, Sony, Stax Ltd, SteelSeries, Technics, Thinksound, Turtle Beach Systems, Ultimate Ears, Ultrasone, Underwater Audio, Urbanears, V-MODA, Velodyne, Vox, Westone, Xiaomi, Yamaha

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023