Ultrasound machines imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $2.0 million of ultrasound machines in 2024 (19 tonnes). That is 43% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.5 million.
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 | $2.0M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 30 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 28 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 38 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 25 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 15 t |
| 2018 | $974K | 8 t |
| 2017 | $624K | 3 t |
Where Angola imports ultrasound machines from
Most of the value came from China (40%), Germany (21%), Portugal (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $804K | 40% |
| Germany | $413K | 21% |
| Portugal | $314K | 16% |
| South Africa | $166K | 8.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $101K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $51K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $18K | 0.9% |
| Brazil | $18K | 0.9% |
| France | $18K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $104.47 per kg, 63% below the world average of $279.64, 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.
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The shipment records behind Angola ultrasound machines imports (HS 9018.12): 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.
Common questions
What is the value of ultrasound machines imported by Angola?
Angola imported ultrasound machines worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply ultrasound machines to Angola?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($804 thousand), followed by Germany (21%) and Portugal (16%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average import price of ultrasound machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $104.47 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $279.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ultrasound machines to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $624 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 222%. The peak was 2023 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ultrasound machines?
The HS code for ultrasound machines is subheading 9018.12. 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 9018 page.
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