Microtomes imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $5.5 million of microtomes in 2024 (230 tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.5M | 230 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 75 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 99 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 119 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 50 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 76 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 44 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 15 t |
Where Angola imports microtomes from
The largest suppliers were United States (18%), France (16%), Portugal (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.0M | 18% |
| France | $855K | 16% |
| Portugal | $831K | 15% |
| South Africa | $418K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $388K | 7.1% |
| Singapore | $306K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $271K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $260K | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $171K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $165K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.96 per kg, 85% below the world average of $158.75, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Microtomes exports from Angola
Exports of microtomes by Angola reached $989 thousand in 2024 (13 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Guyana (46%), Belgium (31%), Namibia (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guyana | $455K | 46% |
| Belgium | $310K | 31% |
| Namibia | $150K | 15% |
| France | $18K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | $12K | 1.2% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $6K | 0.6% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 0.3% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by Angola?
Angola imported microtomes worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 230 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to Angola?
The United States was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by France (16%) and Portugal (15%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 620% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.96 per kg in 2024, 85% below the world average of $158.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of microtomes to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 318%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does Angola also export microtomes?
Yes. Angola exported $989 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Guyana, Belgium and Namibia. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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