Cardiac pacemakers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cardiac pacemakers was worth $7.45 billion in 2024, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 42% since 2017, and up 8% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.45B | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.92B | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.57B | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.82B | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.78B | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.53B | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.83B | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $5.23B | 2.3K t |
Top cardiac pacemakers exporting countries
Exports are led by Switzerland (24%), Ireland (20%) and the Netherlands (10%). 101 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 55%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.79B | 24% |
| Ireland | $1.51B | 20% |
| Netherlands | $780.1M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $743.9M | 10% |
| Singapore | $742.8M | 10% |
| Belgium | $550.8M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $517.3M | 6.9% |
| United States | $376.2M | 5.1% |
| France | $244.1M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $76.3M | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $40.1M | 0.5% |
| Spain | $12.5M | 0.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 25% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands and Belgium. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 46% across 176 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.85B | 25% |
| Netherlands | $1.05B | 14% |
| Belgium | $547.2M | 7.3% |
| China | $537.0M | 7.2% |
| France | $364.8M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $333.9M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $316.6M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $287.9M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $252.0M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $194.9M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $164.3M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $128.7M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4,128.93 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $6,042.75 per kg and Singapore $2,475.35 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 9021.50: Pacemakers: for stimulating heart muscles (excluding parts and accessories). HS 9021 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cardiac pacemakers?
Switzerland exported $1.79 billion in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Ireland (20%) and the Netherlands (10%). In all, 101 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cardiac pacemakers?
The United States imported $1.85 billion in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands (14%) and Belgium (7%). The top three importers together take 46%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cardiac pacemakers?
It was worth $7.45 billion in 2024, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 42% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 101 countries reported exports and 176 reported imports.
What is the average price of cardiac pacemakers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4,128.93 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $6,042.75 per kg and Singapore $2,475.35 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for cardiac pacemakers?
The HS code for cardiac pacemakers is subheading 9021.50, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9021 page.
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