Ultrasound machines trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ultrasound machines was worth $5.43 billion in 2024, about 19.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017, and down 5% 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 | $5.43B | 19.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.74B | 19.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.49B | 19.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.45B | 19.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.06B | 17.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.32B | 19.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.17B | 16.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.66B | 16.9K t |
Top ultrasound machines exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by South Korea and the United States. The top three supply 54% between them, out of 150 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.37B | 25% |
| South Korea | $849.6M | 16% |
| United States | $735.3M | 14% |
| Japan | $491.5M | 9.1% |
| Austria | $302.1M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $227.6M | 4.2% |
| France | $173.0M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $172.4M | 3.2% |
| Norway | $155.4M | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $140.2M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $91.5M | 1.7% |
| Romania | $79.1M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (10%), Germany (7%) and the Netherlands (6%). 210 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $543.2M | 10% |
| Germany | $374.4M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $348.9M | 6.4% |
| China | $305.2M | 5.6% |
| Hong Kong | $237.8M | 4.4% |
| Austria | $217.6M | 4% |
| India | $215.3M | 4% |
| Russia | $188.6M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $169.2M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $167.5M | 3.1% |
| France | $160.7M | 3% |
| South Korea | $138.6M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $279.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $371.87 per kg and South Korea $239.66 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 Ultrasound machines (HS 9018.12) 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 9018.12: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultrasonic scanning apparatus. HS 9018 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ultrasound machines?
China exported $1.37 billion in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by South Korea (16%) and the United States (14%). In all, 150 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ultrasound machines?
The United States imported $543.2 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ultrasound machines?
It was worth $5.43 billion in 2024, about 19.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $5.74 billion. 150 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of ultrasound machines per kg?
The world average declared value was about $279.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $371.87 per kg and South Korea $239.66 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 ultrasound machines?
The HS code for ultrasound machines is subheading 9018.12, 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.
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