Ultrasound machines imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ultrasound machines by Kenya reached $5.3 million in 2024 (40 tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.3M | 40 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 30 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 24 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 11 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 20 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 14 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 16 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 16 t |
Where Kenya imports ultrasound machines from
The largest suppliers were China (26%), United States (19%), Hong Kong (15%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 26% |
| United States | $1.0M | 19% |
| Hong Kong | $796K | 15% |
| Japan | $650K | 12% |
| Germany | $324K | 6.1% |
| Norway | $202K | 3.8% |
| Austria | $194K | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $192K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $146K | 2.7% |
| India | $108K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $133.97 per kg, 52% below the world average of $279.64, 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.
Ultrasound machines exports from Kenya
Exports of ultrasound machines by Kenya reached $251 thousand in 2024 (4 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (38%), Ethiopia (27%), Tanzania (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+968% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $96K | 38% |
| Ethiopia | $67K | 27% |
| Tanzania | $42K | 17% |
| Rwanda | $15K | 6% |
| France | $15K | 5.9% |
| Gambia | $6K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $4K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 1.5% |
| Poland | $2K | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ultrasound machines imports (HS 9018.12): 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 9018.12: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultrasonic scanning apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of ultrasound machines imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ultrasound machines worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply ultrasound machines to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Hong Kong (15%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 627% on the year.
What is the average import price of ultrasound machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $133.97 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $279.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ultrasound machines to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ultrasound machines?
Yes. Kenya exported $251 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Ethiopia and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ultrasound machines?
The HS code for ultrasound machines is subheading 9018.12. 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?
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