X-ray apparatus trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in x-ray apparatus was worth $27.58 billion in 2024, about 242.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% 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 | $27.58B | 242.2K t |
| 2023 | $28.47B | 294.3K t |
| 2022 | $26.99B | 265.2K t |
| 2021 | $26.65B | 240.7K t |
| 2020 | $24.18B | 1.27M t |
| 2019 | $24.95B | 562.3K t |
| 2018 | $24.52B | 581.9K t |
| 2017 | $22.35B | 512.5K t |
Top x-ray apparatus exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (20%), the United States (17%) and China (12%). 177 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 49%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.61B | 20% |
| United States | $4.58B | 17% |
| China | $3.31B | 12% |
| Netherlands | $2.37B | 8.6% |
| Japan | $2.18B | 7.9% |
| France | $1.23B | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.10B | 4% |
| South Korea | $993.9M | 3.6% |
| Israel | $615.6M | 2.2% |
| Mexico | $611.2M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $590.8M | 2.1% |
| India | $501.1M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (18%), China (11%) and Germany (6%). 217 countries imported it, and the top three take 34% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.86B | 18% |
| China | $2.90B | 11% |
| Germany | $1.54B | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.44B | 5.2% |
| Japan | $1.28B | 4.6% |
| France | $1.21B | 4.4% |
| India | $988.4M | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $875.2M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $709.3M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $689.4M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $644.5M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $551.3M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $113.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $176.08 per kg and China $65.93 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: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays or of alpha, beta, gamma or other ionising radiations, whether or not for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, x-ray tubes and other x-ray generators, high tens. HS 9022 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most x-ray apparatus?
Germany exported $5.61 billion in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by the United States (17%) and China (12%). In all, 177 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most x-ray apparatus?
The United States imported $4.86 billion in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of China (11%) and Germany (6%). 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 x-ray apparatus?
It was worth $27.58 billion in 2024, about 242.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $28.47 billion. 177 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of x-ray apparatus per kg?
The world average declared value was about $113.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $176.08 per kg and China $65.93 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 x-ray apparatus?
The HS code for x-ray apparatus is heading 9022, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 9022 page.
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