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Colombia: Headphone Market 2025

Headphone Market Size in Colombia

In 2022, the Colombian headphone market decreased by -12.8% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, enjoyed prominent growth. Headphone consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Headphone Exports

Exports from Colombia

In 2022, the amount of headphones exported from Colombia dropped remarkably to X units, with a decrease of -41.1% on 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, showed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 428%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then contracted notably in the following year.

In value terms, headphone exports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 1,029%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Mexico (X units), the United States (X units) and Panama (X units) were the main destinations of headphone exports from Colombia, together accounting for 63% of total exports. Ecuador, Costa Rica, Peru and Honduras lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Honduras (with a CAGR of +66.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for headphones exports from Colombia, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Peru ($X), with a 5.7% share of total exports. It was followed by Ecuador, with a 3.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +53.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Peru (+38.1% per year) and Ecuador (+3.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average headphone export price amounted to $X per unit, falling by -7.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed measured growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 114% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit, and then fell in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Honduras (+38.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Headphone Imports

Imports into Colombia

In 2022, overseas purchases of headphones decreased by -33.6% to X units, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 39% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X units in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, headphone imports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 42% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) constituted the largest supplier of headphone to Colombia, with a 71% share of total imports. Moreover, headphone imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Vietnam (X units), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Myanmar (X units), with an 8.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to -2.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Vietnam (+81.6% per year) and Myanmar (0.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest headphone suppliers to Colombia were Vietnam ($X), China ($X) and Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a combined 84% share of total imports.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of +136.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average headphone import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, growing by 40% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 65%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per unit), while the price for Myanmar ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+30.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers 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 country with the largest volume of headphone consumption was South Africa, accounting for 48% of total volume. Moreover, headphone consumption in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of headphones in the world?

China remains the largest headphone producing country worldwide, accounting for 89% of total volume. It was followed by the United States, with a 2.2% share of total production.

What are the leading suppliers of headphones to Colombia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of headphone to Colombia, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 12% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of headphones from Colombia?

In value terms, the largest markets for headphone exported from Colombia were the United States, Ecuador and Peru, with a combined 52% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for headphones in Colombia?

In 2021, the average headphone export price amounted to $5.3 per unit, reducing by -2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for headphones in Colombia?

In 2021, the average headphone import price amounted to $1.9 per unit, with a decrease of -10.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the headphone market in Colombia. 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:

Colombia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Colombia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024