Dental instruments trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in dental instruments was worth $6.76 billion in 2024, about 59.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $6.76B | 59.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.71B | 57.3K t |
| 2022 | $6.74B | 64.3K t |
| 2021 | $6.68B | 53.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.89B | 43.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.45B | 43.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.18B | 45.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.85B | 39.8K t |
Top dental instruments exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 23% of world exports, followed by Switzerland and China. The top three supply 44% between them, out of 176 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.53B | 23% |
| Switzerland | $729.5M | 11% |
| China | $691.9M | 10% |
| United States | $672.3M | 10% |
| Israel | $468.7M | 6.9% |
| South Korea | $277.2M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $261.4M | 3.9% |
| Denmark | $216.2M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $203.8M | 3% |
| Japan | $202.6M | 3% |
| Italy | $185.3M | 2.7% |
| France | $177.3M | 2.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 219 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.20B | 18% |
| Germany | $611.7M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $399.0M | 5.9% |
| France | $348.1M | 5.2% |
| Canada | $297.2M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $270.8M | 4% |
| China | $225.8M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $199.2M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $194.1M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $180.4M | 2.7% |
| Russia | $180.1M | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $155.6M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $113.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $492.42 per kg and China $30.69 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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The shipment records behind Dental instruments (HS 9018.49) importers and exporters, worldwide: 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 9018.49: Dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines. HS 9018 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most dental instruments?
Germany exported $1.53 billion in 2024, 23% of the world total, followed by Switzerland (11%) and China (10%). In all, 176 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most dental instruments?
The United States imported $1.20 billion in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany (9%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in dental instruments?
It was worth $6.76 billion in 2024, about 59.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 176 countries reported exports and 219 reported imports.
What is the average price of dental instruments per kg?
The world average declared value was about $113.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $492.42 per kg and China $30.69 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for dental instruments?
The HS code for dental instruments is subheading 9018.49, 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 9018 page.
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