Dental instruments imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dental instruments by Qatar reached $5.4 million in 2024 (63 tonnes). That is 11% less than in 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 | $5.4M | 63 t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 48 t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 48 t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 72 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 81 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 22 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 35 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 30 t |
Where Qatar imports dental instruments from
Most of the value came from Germany (20%), China (14%), Switzerland (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+237% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.0M | 20% |
| China | $728K | 14% |
| Switzerland | $651K | 12% |
| Italy | $638K | 12% |
| United States | $588K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $564K | 11% |
| Japan | $197K | 3.7% |
| India | $196K | 3.6% |
| France | $131K | 2.4% |
| Austria | $118K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $84.83 per kg, 25% 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.
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The shipment records behind Qatar 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 Qatar?
Qatar imported dental instruments worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 63 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental instruments to Qatar?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by China (14%) and Switzerland (12%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $84.83 per kg in 2024, 25% 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 Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 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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