Industrial X-ray equipment trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in industrial x-ray equipment was worth $4.29 billion in 2024, about 45.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 57% since 2017, and up 12% 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 | $4.29B | 45.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.83B | 85.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.38B | 49.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.12B | 32.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.73B | 56.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.11B | 28.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.05B | 34.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.74B | 55.1K t |
Top industrial x-ray equipment exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 17% of world exports, followed by Germany and Japan. The top three supply 43% between them, out of 123 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $737.8M | 17% |
| Germany | $577.9M | 14% |
| Japan | $548.4M | 13% |
| China | $443.4M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $387.4M | 9% |
| Malaysia | $231.4M | 5.4% |
| Israel | $217.5M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $200.1M | 4.7% |
| Czech Republic | $134.0M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $114.4M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $94.6M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $83.4M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Taiwan and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 36% across 197 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $615.3M | 14% |
| Taiwan | $509.4M | 12% |
| United States | $440.7M | 10% |
| Mexico | $381.9M | 8.9% |
| South Korea | $144.0M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $125.8M | 2.9% |
| India | $115.6M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $101.9M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $95.8M | 2.2% |
| France | $86.2M | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $74.3M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $71.9M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $93.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $242.44 per kg and China $47.32 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 9022.19: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: for other than medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses. HS 9022 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most industrial x-ray equipment?
The United States exported $737.8 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by Germany (13%) and Japan (13%). In all, 123 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most industrial x-ray equipment?
China imported $615.3 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Taiwan (12%) and the United States (10%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in industrial x-ray equipment?
It was worth $4.29 billion in 2024, about 45.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 57% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 123 countries reported exports and 197 reported imports.
What is the average price of industrial x-ray equipment per kg?
The world average declared value was about $93.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $242.44 per kg and China $47.32 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 industrial x-ray equipment?
The HS code for industrial x-ray equipment is subheading 9022.19, 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 9022 page.
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