Dental X-ray machines imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dental x-ray machines by South Africa reached $2.6 million in 2024 (20 tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, 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 | $2.6M | 20 t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 30 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 38 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 33 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 21 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 21 t |
Where South Africa imports dental x-ray machines from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (29%), Finland (23%), Italy (20%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $761K | 29% |
| Finland | $601K | 23% |
| Italy | $513K | 20% |
| Netherlands | $267K | 10% |
| France | $135K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $129K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $96K | 3.7% |
| China | $48K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $48K | 1.8% |
| United States | $4K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $127.99 per kg, close to the world average of $116.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dental X-ray machines exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported dental x-ray machines worth $487 thousand (4 tonnes). Most of it went to Angola (26%), Eswatini (19%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $126K | 26% |
| Eswatini | $92K | 19% |
| Netherlands | $55K | 11% |
| Kenya | $47K | 9.6% |
| Malawi | $39K | 8.1% |
| Sweden | $23K | 4.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $19K | 4% |
| Mauritius | $17K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $17K | 3.5% |
| France | $16K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa dental x-ray machines imports (HS 9022.13): 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 9022.13: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, for dental uses, excluding computed tomography apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of dental x-ray machines imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported dental x-ray machines worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental x-ray machines to South Africa?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($761 thousand), followed by Finland (23%) and Italy (20%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental x-ray machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $127.99 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $116.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dental x-ray machines to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export dental x-ray machines?
Yes. South Africa exported $487 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Eswatini and the Netherlands. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for dental x-ray machines?
The HS code for dental x-ray machines is subheading 9022.13. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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