Worn body appliances imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported worn body appliances worth $4.9 million (8 tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.9 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 | $4.9M | 8 t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 31 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 29 t |
| 2021 | $877K | 11 t |
| 2020 | $205K | 2 t |
| 2019 | $337K | 6 t |
| 2018 | $361K | 3 t |
| 2017 | $482K | 2 t |
Where Ethiopia imports worn body appliances from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.5M | 92% |
| India | $223K | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 1.2% |
| China | $50K | 1% |
| Belgium | $42K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $18K | 0.4% |
| United States | $9K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $649.24 per kg, close to the world average of $585.08.
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 worn body appliances imports (HS 9021.90): 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 9021.90: Appliances: worn, carried or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability.
Common questions
What is the value of worn body appliances imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported worn body appliances worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8 tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply worn body appliances to Ethiopia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by India (5%) and the Netherlands (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of worn body appliances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $649.24 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $585.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of worn body appliances to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $482 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 911%. The peak was 2022 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for worn body appliances?
The HS code for worn body appliances is subheading 9021.90. 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 9021 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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