Medical instruments (other) imports in Senegal: data, top suppliers and prices
Senegal imported $16.2 million of medical instruments (other) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 34% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $39.1 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 | $16.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $24.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $18.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $32.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $39.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 154 t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 252 t |
Where Senegal imports medical instruments (other) from
The largest suppliers were France (23%), Germany (13%), China (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+375% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.7M | 23% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 13% |
| China | $2.0M | 13% |
| Albania | $2.0M | 12% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $797K | 4.9% |
| United States | $451K | 2.8% |
| India | $433K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $415K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $312K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.11 per kg, 58% below the world average of $24.26, 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.
Medical instruments (other) exports from Senegal
Senegal exported $1.3 million of medical instruments (other) in 2024 (94 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (31%), Togo (19%), Chad (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Guinea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $410K | 31% |
| Togo | $253K | 19% |
| Chad | $126K | 9.6% |
| Cameroon | $79K | 6% |
| Mali | $68K | 5.2% |
| Kenya | $67K | 5.1% |
| Central African Republic | $60K | 4.6% |
| Guinea-Bissau | $44K | 3.3% |
| Guinea | $31K | 2.4% |
| Zambia | $24K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Senegal?
The shipment records behind Senegal medical instruments (other) imports (HS 9018.90): 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 9018.90: Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018.
Common questions
What is the value of medical instruments (other) imported by Senegal?
Senegal imported medical instruments (other) worth $16.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical instruments (other) to Senegal?
France was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Germany (13%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 375% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.11 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $24.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medical instruments (other) to Senegal changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $16.2 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. The peak was 2020 at $39.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.8 million a year.
Does Senegal also export medical instruments (other)?
Yes. Senegal exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Togo and Chad. On balance Senegal is a net importer of this product, by about $14.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical instruments (other)?
The HS code for medical instruments (other) is subheading 9018.90. 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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