Radiation therapy equipment trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in radiation therapy equipment was worth $372.1 million in 2024, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 9% since 2017, and down 17% 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 | $372.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $447.6M | 12.4K t |
| 2022 | $469.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $389.6M | 14.7K t |
| 2020 | $438.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2019 | $460.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $466.9M | 12.7K t |
| 2017 | $410.0M | 5.4K t |
Top radiation therapy equipment exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 16% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 45% between them, out of 70 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $59.4M | 16% |
| United States | $58.6M | 16% |
| China | $49.1M | 13% |
| Japan | $40.2M | 11% |
| Belgium | $38.5M | 10% |
| Sweden | $32.8M | 8.8% |
| Netherlands | $21.2M | 5.7% |
| Italy | $15.2M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $9.9M | 2.7% |
| Greece | $6.9M | 1.9% |
| Poland | $3.4M | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $3.2M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (17%), South Korea (14%) and the United States (9%). 148 countries imported it, and the top three take 40% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $61.8M | 17% |
| South Korea | $53.1M | 14% |
| United States | $34.0M | 9.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $23.7M | 6.4% |
| Norway | $14.9M | 4% |
| India | $13.3M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $12.2M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $11.7M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $10.1M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $9.6M | 2.6% |
| Malta | $6.9M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $6.7M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $90.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, China averaged $158.13 per kg and Germany $69.12 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 9022.21: Apparatus based on the use of alpha, beta or gamma radiations, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses. HS 9022 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most radiation therapy equipment?
Germany exported $59.4 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by the United States (16%) and China (13%). In all, 70 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most radiation therapy equipment?
China imported $61.8 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of South Korea (14%) and the United States (9%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in radiation therapy equipment?
It was worth $372.1 million in 2024, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 9% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $469.0 million. 70 countries reported exports and 148 reported imports.
What is the average price of radiation therapy equipment per kg?
The world average declared value was about $90.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, China averaged $158.13 per kg and Germany $69.12 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 radiation therapy equipment?
The HS code for radiation therapy equipment is subheading 9022.21, 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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