Dental instruments imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dental instruments by Oman reached $2.8 million in 2024 (40 tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $4.3 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 | $2.8M | 41 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 74 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 41 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 89 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 57 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 87 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 69 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 106 t |
Where Oman imports dental instruments from
The largest suppliers were China (27%), Germany (17%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $771K | 27% |
| Germany | $474K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $278K | 9.9% |
| Italy | $231K | 8.2% |
| Japan | $164K | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $154K | 5.5% |
| Finland | $135K | 4.8% |
| Taiwan | $131K | 4.6% |
| South Korea | $111K | 3.9% |
| India | $91K | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $69.68 per kg, 39% 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 Oman
Exports of dental instruments by Oman reached $1.4 million in 2024 (59 tonnes). India alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.4M | 100% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman 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 Oman?
Oman imported dental instruments worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40 tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental instruments to Oman?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($771 thousand), followed by Germany (17%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 605% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $69.68 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $113.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dental instruments to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2019 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Oman also export dental instruments?
Yes. Oman exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India and Austria. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 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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