Prosthetic body parts trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in prosthetic body parts was worth $13.55 billion in 2024, about 19.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $13.55B | 19.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.35B | 18.9K t |
| 2022 | $12.17B | 18.4K t |
| 2021 | $11.23B | 15.4K t |
| 2020 | $9.84B | 13.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.68B | 14.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.20B | 14.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.00B | 14.1K t |
Top prosthetic body parts exporting countries
Ireland is the largest exporter with 24% of world exports, followed by the United States and Switzerland. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 117 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.29B | 24% |
| United States | $2.34B | 17% |
| Switzerland | $1.45B | 11% |
| Germany | $1.37B | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $1.03B | 7.6% |
| France | $1.02B | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $624.1M | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $477.9M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $442.1M | 3.3% |
| China | $431.3M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $211.2M | 1.6% |
| Iceland | $187.3M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 24% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands and Belgium. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 43% across 186 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.32B | 25% |
| Netherlands | $1.62B | 12% |
| Belgium | $846.4M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $845.2M | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $787.1M | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $624.1M | 4.6% |
| France | $452.4M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $438.0M | 3.2% |
| China | $427.1M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $423.3M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $409.4M | 3% |
| Australia | $380.6M | 2.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $713.27 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $916.38 per kg and Ireland $589.73 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 Prosthetic body parts (HS 9021.31) 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 9021.31: Artificial parts of the body. HS 9021 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most prosthetic body parts?
Ireland exported $3.29 billion in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by the United States (17%) and Switzerland (11%). In all, 117 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most prosthetic body parts?
The United States imported $3.32 billion in 2024, 24% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands (12%) and Belgium (6%). The top three importers together take 43%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in prosthetic body parts?
It was worth $13.55 billion in 2024, about 19.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 117 countries reported exports and 186 reported imports.
What is the average price of prosthetic body parts per kg?
The world average declared value was about $713.27 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $916.38 per kg and Ireland $589.73 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 prosthetic body parts?
The HS code for prosthetic body parts is subheading 9021.31, 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 9021 page.
How can I find prosthetic body parts buyers and suppliers?
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