Catheters and cannulae imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported catheters and cannulae worth $7.4 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $10.5 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 | $7.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 510 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 621 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 813 t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 882 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 455 t |
Where Ethiopia imports catheters and cannulae from
Most of the value came from China (48%), India (33%), Spain (4%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 48% |
| India | $2.5M | 33% |
| Spain | $292K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $210K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $182K | 2.5% |
| Kenya | $102K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $93K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $93K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $86K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $69K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.03 per kg, 93% below the world average of $53.86, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia catheters and cannulae imports (HS 9018.39): 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 9018.39: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: catheters, cannulae and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of catheters and cannulae imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported catheters and cannulae worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply catheters and cannulae to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by India (33%) and Spain (4%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 549% on the year.
What is the average import price of catheters and cannulae per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.03 per kg in 2024, 93% below the world average of $53.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of catheters and cannulae to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. The peak was 2019 at $10.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for catheters and cannulae?
The HS code for catheters and cannulae is subheading 9018.39. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ethiopia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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