Medical instruments imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of medical instruments by Cameroon reached $14.3 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 27% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.4 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 | $14.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $19.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $21.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $23.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $19.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 1.6K t |
Where Cameroon imports medical instruments from
Most of the value came from China (48%), India (12%), France (8%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.9M | 48% |
| India | $1.7M | 12% |
| France | $1.2M | 8.1% |
| Denmark | $867K | 6.1% |
| United States | $703K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $397K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $363K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $330K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $281K | 2% |
| Belgium | $173K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 9018
| 9018.90 | Medical instruments (other) | 37% |
| 9018.39 | Catheters and cannulae | 21% |
| 9018.31 | Medical syringes | 18% |
| 9018.12 | Ultrasound machines | 11% |
| 9018.19 | Electrodiagnostic equipment | 4.5% |
| 9018.50 | Ophthalmic instruments | 3.5% |
| 9018.32 | Medical needles | 3.1% |
| 9018.49 | Dental instruments | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9018.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.21 per kg, 81% below the world average of $37.39, 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.
Medical instruments exports from Cameroon
In 2024, Cameroon exported medical instruments worth $344 thousand (18 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 53% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $181K | 53% |
| Austria | $43K | 13% |
| Zambia | $33K | 9.7% |
| Denmark | $30K | 8.8% |
| United States | $20K | 5.9% |
| Australia | $7K | 2% |
| Egypt | $6K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 1.1% |
| Kuwait | $4K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon medical instruments imports (HS 9018): 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: Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight testing instruments.
Common questions
What is the value of medical instruments imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported medical instruments worth $14.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 143rd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical instruments to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by India (12%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 140% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.21 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $37.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medical instruments to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $14.3 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2021 at $23.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.7 million a year.
Does Cameroon also export medical instruments?
Yes. Cameroon exported $344 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Austria and Zambia. On balance Cameroon is a net importer of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical instruments?
The HS code for medical instruments is heading 9018. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 9018.90 (37% of the value) and 9018.39 (21%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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