Electron microscopes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in electron microscopes was worth $4.12 billion in 2024, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 84% since 2017, and up 13% 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 | $4.12B | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.64B | 12.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.03B | 10.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.78B | 10.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.46B | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.58B | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.75B | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.24B | 6.2K t |
Top electron microscopes exporting countries
Exports are led by the Czech Republic (35%), Japan (20%) and the Netherlands (16%). 98 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 70%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $1.42B | 35% |
| Japan | $829.8M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $650.3M | 16% |
| Germany | $305.7M | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $211.2M | 5.1% |
| United States | $165.6M | 4% |
| Israel | $161.6M | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $80.0M | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $57.4M | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $51.9M | 1.3% |
| China | $44.6M | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $22.1M | 0.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (36%), South Korea (15%) and the Netherlands (11%). 168 countries imported it, and the top three take 62% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.50B | 37% |
| South Korea | $598.6M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $445.2M | 11% |
| United States | $436.2M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $165.8M | 4% |
| Japan | $128.0M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $126.3M | 3.1% |
| Israel | $70.0M | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $59.6M | 1.5% |
| India | $53.0M | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $50.3M | 1.2% |
| France | $48.3M | 1.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $282.89 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $493.96 per kg and Germany $223.23 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 9012.10: Microscopes (excluding optical microscopes): diffraction apparatus. HS 9012 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most electron microscopes?
The Czech Republic exported $1.42 billion in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by Japan (20%) and the Netherlands (16%). In all, 98 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most electron microscopes?
China imported $1.50 billion in 2024, 36% of world imports, ahead of South Korea (15%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three importers together take 62%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in electron microscopes?
It was worth $4.12 billion in 2024, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 84% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 98 countries reported exports and 168 reported imports.
What is the average price of electron microscopes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $282.89 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Czech Republic averaged $493.96 per kg and Germany $223.23 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 electron microscopes?
The HS code for electron microscopes is subheading 9012.10, 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 9012 page.
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