Diagnostic reagent imports in Burundi: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Burundi imported diagnostic reagent worth $4.6 million (104 tonnes). That is 193% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $18.7 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 | $4.6M | 104 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 21 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 29 t |
| 2021 | $18.7M | 232 t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 211 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 112 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 95 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 203 t |
Where Burundi imports diagnostic reagent from
Most of the value came from Germany (25%), France (10%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 25% |
| France | $461K | 10% |
| South Korea | $408K | 8.9% |
| Sweden | $394K | 8.6% |
| United States | $370K | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $285K | 6.2% |
| Thailand | $282K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $258K | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $216K | 4.7% |
| China | $159K | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.90 per kg, 49% below the world average of $85.91, 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 Burundi diagnostic reagent imports (HS 3822): 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 3822: Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, other than those of heading 30.06; certified reference materials.
Common questions
What is the value of diagnostic reagent imported by Burundi?
Burundi imported diagnostic reagent worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 104 tonnes. That ranks it 153rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 193% on 2023.
Which countries supply diagnostic reagent to Burundi?
Germany was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by France (10%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 898% on the year.
What is the average import price of diagnostic reagent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.90 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $85.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of diagnostic reagent to Burundi changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2021 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for diagnostic reagent?
The HS code for diagnostic reagent is heading 3822. In Burundi all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3822.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3822 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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