Medical X-ray machines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $64.5 million of medical x-ray machines in 2024 (649 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $64.5M | 649 t |
| 2023 | $64.2M | 567 t |
| 2022 | $30.0M | 308 t |
| 2021 | $43.3M | 486 t |
| 2020 | $57.4M | 582 t |
| 2019 | $48.0M | 538 t |
| 2018 | $53.7M | 516 t |
| 2017 | $73.1M | 584 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports medical x-ray machines from
Most of the value came from Germany (27%), Netherlands (22%), United States (21%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+358% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $17.1M | 27% |
| Netherlands | $13.9M | 22% |
| United States | $13.7M | 21% |
| South Korea | $4.6M | 7.2% |
| China | $2.8M | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $2.6M | 4% |
| France | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $811K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $99.35 per kg, close to the world average of $95.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medical X-ray machines exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported medical x-ray machines worth $473 thousand (12 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (34%), United Arab Emirates (32%), Netherlands (22%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $160K | 34% |
| United Arab Emirates | $151K | 32% |
| Netherlands | $105K | 22% |
| Belgium | $40K | 8.4% |
| Kenya | $13K | 2.8% |
| France | $5K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia medical x-ray machines imports (HS 9022.14): 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 9022.14: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, for medical, surgical or veterinary uses, not dental uses, excluding computed tomography apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of medical x-ray machines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported medical x-ray machines worth $64.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 649 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical x-ray machines to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($17.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and the United States (21%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 358% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical x-ray machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $99.35 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $95.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medical x-ray machines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $73.1 million in 2017 to $64.5 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2017 at $73.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $54.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export medical x-ray machines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $473 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $64.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical x-ray machines?
The HS code for medical x-ray machines is subheading 9022.14. 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 9022 page.
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