Dental instruments imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported dental instruments worth $29.7 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 76% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $29.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 898 t |
| 2022 | $22.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $33.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $24.9M | 915 t |
| 2019 | $27.8M | 954 t |
| 2018 | $22.5M | 865 t |
| 2017 | $16.8M | 571 t |
Where Egypt imports dental instruments from
Most of the value came from Germany (47%), China (32%), South Korea (5%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+407% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $13.9M | 47% |
| China | $9.6M | 33% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 5.3% |
| United States | $882K | 3% |
| Japan | $754K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $462K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $401K | 1.4% |
| Pakistan | $373K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $326K | 1.1% |
| France | $266K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.04 per kg, 81% below the world average of $113.60, 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.
Dental instruments exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported dental instruments worth $315 thousand (24 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Iraq (32%), United Arab Emirates (25%), Lebanon (21%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $100K | 32% |
| United Arab Emirates | $80K | 26% |
| Lebanon | $65K | 21% |
| Saudi Arabia | $30K | 9.4% |
| Italy | $20K | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $10K | 3.1% |
| Kuwait | $4K | 1.2% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0.8% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt dental instruments imports (HS 9018.49): 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 9018.49: Dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines.
Common questions
What is the value of dental instruments imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported dental instruments worth $29.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental instruments to Egypt?
Germany was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by China (32%) and South Korea (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 441% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.04 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $113.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dental instruments to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.8 million in 2017 to $29.7 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2021 at $33.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export dental instruments?
Yes. Egypt exported $315 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Lebanon. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $29.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for dental instruments?
The HS code for dental instruments is subheading 9018.49. 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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