Ultrasound machines imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported ultrasound machines worth $5.3 million (14 tonnes). Value fell 59% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.0 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 | $5.3M | 14 t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 29 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 23 t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 26 t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 24 t |
| 2019 | $7.8M | 22 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 11 t |
Where Qatar imports ultrasound machines from
Most of the value came from South Korea (19%), Japan (18%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $978K | 19% |
| Japan | $963K | 18% |
| China | $917K | 17% |
| United States | $858K | 16% |
| Austria | $453K | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $303K | 5.7% |
| France | $132K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $121K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $120K | 2.3% |
| India | $89K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $369.45 per kg, 32% above the world average of $279.64. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar 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 Qatar?
Qatar imported ultrasound machines worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply ultrasound machines to Qatar?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($978 thousand), followed by Japan (18%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average import price of ultrasound machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $369.45 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $279.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ultrasound machines to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2023 at $13.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 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.
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