Medical furniture trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in medical furniture was worth $5.34 billion in 2024, about 380.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017, and down 0% 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 | $5.34B | 380.5K t |
| 2023 | $5.36B | 376.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.47B | 362.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.26B | 358.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.97B | 366.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.43B | 324.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.21B | 296.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.83B | 292.6K t |
Top medical furniture exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 28% of world exports, followed by Germany and the United States. The top three supply 54% between them, out of 163 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.52B | 29% |
| Germany | $705.4M | 13% |
| United States | $661.9M | 12% |
| Mexico | $240.6M | 4.5% |
| Poland | $239.2M | 4.5% |
| Czech Republic | $211.3M | 4% |
| Italy | $176.6M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $167.8M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $152.3M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $139.6M | 2.6% |
| France | $133.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $111.4M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 218 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.31B | 25% |
| Germany | $349.2M | 6.5% |
| Canada | $304.6M | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $241.1M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $237.8M | 4.5% |
| France | $198.2M | 3.7% |
| Australia | $141.6M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $118.4M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $111.5M | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $99.3M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $93.4M | 1.8% |
| Russia | $93.3M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $14.02 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $29.88 per kg and China $7.71 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 9402: Furniture; medical, surgical, dental or veterinary (e.g. operating tables, hospital beds, dentists' chairs) barbers' chairs; parts. HS 9402 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most medical furniture?
China exported $1.52 billion in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by Germany (13%) and the United States (12%). In all, 163 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most medical furniture?
The United States imported $1.31 billion in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Canada (6%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in medical furniture?
It was worth $5.34 billion in 2024, about 380.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 39% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $5.47 billion. 163 countries reported exports and 218 reported imports.
What is the average price of medical furniture per kg?
The world average declared value was about $14.02 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $29.88 per kg and China $7.71 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for medical furniture?
The HS code for medical furniture is heading 9402, in chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 9402 page.
How can I find medical furniture buyers and suppliers?
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