UV and infrared therapy apparatus trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in uv and infrared therapy apparatus was worth $638.8 million in 2024, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $638.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $651.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $699.8M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $640.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $487.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $485.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $459.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $456.3M | 4.4K t |
Top uv and infrared therapy apparatus exporting countries
Italy is the largest exporter with 36% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 61% between them, out of 108 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $231.4M | 36% |
| United States | $108.9M | 17% |
| China | $47.1M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $40.6M | 6.4% |
| Slovenia | $23.7M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $18.0M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $16.3M | 2.6% |
| France | $15.9M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $14.0M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $12.2M | 1.9% |
| Israel | $12.0M | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $10.6M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Brazil and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 188 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $121.7M | 19% |
| Brazil | $45.4M | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $32.4M | 5.1% |
| Germany | $25.3M | 4% |
| France | $25.2M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $21.7M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $21.7M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $18.8M | 3% |
| Italy | $18.6M | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $17.4M | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $16.3M | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $14.0M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $144.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $295.95 per kg and China $57.66 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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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 9018.20: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus. HS 9018 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
Italy exported $231.4 million in 2024, 36% of the world total, followed by the United States (17%) and China (7%). In all, 108 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The United States imported $121.7 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Brazil (7%) and the Netherlands (5%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
It was worth $638.8 million in 2024, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $699.8 million. 108 countries reported exports and 188 reported imports.
What is the average price of uv and infrared therapy apparatus per kg?
The world average declared value was about $144.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $295.95 per kg and China $57.66 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 uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus is subheading 9018.20, 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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