X-ray tubes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in x-ray tubes was worth $2.56 billion in 2024, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 46% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $2.56B | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.47B | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.17B | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.15B | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.97B | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.16B | 6.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.08B | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.76B | 5.1K t |
Top x-ray tubes exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by Germany and India. The top three supply 61% between them, out of 118 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $757.2M | 30% |
| Germany | $553.6M | 22% |
| India | $249.5M | 9.7% |
| China | $170.1M | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $155.2M | 6.1% |
| Japan | $145.4M | 5.7% |
| France | $119.4M | 4.7% |
| Singapore | $98.0M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $56.9M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $43.7M | 1.7% |
| Italy | $26.0M | 1% |
| South Korea | $25.7M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 23% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 44% across 181 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $581.7M | 23% |
| United States | $315.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $229.7M | 9% |
| Japan | $188.9M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $151.5M | 5.9% |
| France | $146.9M | 5.7% |
| Singapore | $122.1M | 4.8% |
| India | $67.1M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $54.6M | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $46.2M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $41.2M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $34.4M | 1.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $352.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $736.52 per kg and Japan $239.14 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 9022.30: X-ray tubes. HS 9022 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most x-ray tubes?
The United States exported $757.2 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Germany (22%) and India (10%). In all, 118 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most x-ray tubes?
China imported $581.7 million in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of the United States (12%) and Germany (9%). The top three importers together take 44%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in x-ray tubes?
It was worth $2.56 billion in 2024, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 46% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 118 countries reported exports and 181 reported imports.
What is the average price of x-ray tubes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $352.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $736.52 per kg and Japan $239.14 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 tubes?
The HS code for x-ray tubes is subheading 9022.30, 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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