MRI machines trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in mri machines was worth $5.95 billion in 2024, about 78.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $5.95B | 78.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.16B | 77.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.65B | 75.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.41B | 62.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.73B | 64.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.15B | 52.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.84B | 54.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.41B | 56.7K t |
Top mri machines exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (29%), China (17%) and the United States (16%). 120 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 62%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.71B | 29% |
| China | $1.02B | 17% |
| United States | $939.2M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $807.3M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $533.3M | 9% |
| Japan | $216.6M | 3.6% |
| India | $179.4M | 3% |
| France | $139.3M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $49.3M | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $48.1M | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $47.3M | 0.8% |
| Italy | $36.3M | 0.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 34% across 176 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $832.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $684.6M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $496.5M | 8.3% |
| China | $396.3M | 6.7% |
| Japan | $344.1M | 5.8% |
| India | $286.3M | 4.8% |
| France | $259.8M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $215.5M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $161.6M | 2.7% |
| Russia | $137.9M | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $126.5M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $120.9M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $75.73 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $144.53 per kg and China $49.91 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 MRI machines (HS 9018.13) 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 9018.13: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: magnetic resonance imaging apparatus. HS 9018 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most mri machines?
Germany exported $1.71 billion in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by China (17%) and the United States (16%). In all, 120 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most mri machines?
The United States imported $832.2 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three importers together take 34%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in mri machines?
It was worth $5.95 billion in 2024, about 78.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $6.16 billion. 120 countries reported exports and 176 reported imports.
What is the average price of mri machines per kg?
The world average declared value was about $75.73 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $144.53 per kg and China $49.91 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 mri machines?
The HS code for mri machines is subheading 9018.13, 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.
How can I find mri machines buyers and suppliers?
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