X-ray tubes imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of x-ray tubes by Egypt reached $9.4 million in 2024 (22 tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $9.4M | 22 t |
| 2023 | $9.9M | 21 t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 20 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 13 t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 85 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 98 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 101 t |
Where Egypt imports x-ray tubes from
Most of the value came from Germany (38%), China (14%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.5M | 38% |
| China | $1.4M | 15% |
| United States | $962K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $893K | 9.5% |
| India | $818K | 8.7% |
| France | $716K | 7.6% |
| Japan | $673K | 7.2% |
| Philippines | $126K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $83K | 0.9% |
| Mexico | $47K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $434.01 per kg, 23% above the world average of $352.10. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray tubes exports from Egypt
Exports of x-ray tubes by Egypt reached $2.2 million in 2024 (5 tonnes). Germany alone took 97% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.1M | 97% |
| Japan | $38K | 1.7% |
| France | $34K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt x-ray tubes imports (HS 9022.30): 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 9022.30: X-ray tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray tubes imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported x-ray tubes worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray tubes to Egypt?
Germany was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by China (14%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $434.01 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $352.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of x-ray tubes to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2023 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also export x-ray tubes?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Japan and France. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray tubes?
The HS code for x-ray tubes is subheading 9022.30. 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 9022 page.
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