Isotopic separation equipment trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in isotopic separation equipment was worth $173.9 million in 2024, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 120% since 2017, and up 84% 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 | $173.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $94.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $44.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $46.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $68.5M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $39.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $48.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $79.1M | 4.1K t |
Top isotopic separation equipment exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 45% of world exports, followed by the Netherlands and the United States. The top three supply 92% between them, out of 60 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $78.2M | 45% |
| Netherlands | $78.2M | 45% |
| United States | $3.3M | 1.9% |
| Estonia | $3.3M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 1.2% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| France | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| China | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Sweden | $1.0M | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $553K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $198K | 0.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The Netherlands is the biggest buyer with 39% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 76% across 116 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $67.2M | 39% |
| Germany | $37.4M | 22% |
| France | $27.9M | 16% |
| United States | $26.7M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $4.5M | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 0.6% |
| Kuwait | $1.0M | 0.6% |
| India | $712K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $694K | 0.4% |
| Norway | $516K | 0.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $25.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $235.77 per kg and Spain $6.50 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 8401.20: Machinery and apparatus: for isotopic separation, and parts thereof. HS 8401 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most isotopic separation equipment?
Germany exported $78.2 million in 2024, 45% of the world total, followed by the Netherlands (45%) and the United States (2%). In all, 60 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most isotopic separation equipment?
The Netherlands imported $67.2 million in 2024, 39% of world imports, ahead of Germany (22%) and France (16%). The top three importers together take 76%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in isotopic separation equipment?
It was worth $173.9 million in 2024, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 120% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 60 countries reported exports and 116 reported imports.
What is the average price of isotopic separation equipment per kg?
The world average declared value was about $25.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $235.77 per kg and Spain $6.50 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 isotopic separation equipment?
The HS code for isotopic separation equipment is subheading 8401.20, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8401 page.
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