X-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $21.5 million of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents in 2024 (305 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 9% on 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 | $21.5M | 305 t |
| 2023 | $19.8M | 270 t |
| 2022 | $22.1M | 284 t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 212 t |
| 2020 | $16.3M | 488 t |
| 2019 | $18.6M | 268 t |
| 2018 | $17.1M | 241 t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 219 t |
Where South Africa imports x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents from
Most of the value came from Ireland (29%), Germany (20%), Italy (18%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+227% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $6.3M | 29% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 20% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 18% |
| United States | $2.0M | 9.3% |
| France | $1.7M | 7.8% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $907K | 4.2% |
| Hungary | $480K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $411K | 1.9% |
| Austria | $198K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $70.42 per kg, close to the world average of $85.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents exports from South Africa
Exports of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents by South Africa reached $2.2 million in 2024 (33 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (24%), Namibia (23%), Botswana (12%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+637% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $521K | 24% |
| Namibia | $513K | 23% |
| Botswana | $266K | 12% |
| Mauritius | $235K | 11% |
| India | $196K | 8.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $143K | 6.5% |
| Malawi | $76K | 3.4% |
| Eswatini | $74K | 3.3% |
| Zambia | $56K | 2.5% |
| DR Congo | $36K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents imports (HS 3006.30): 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 3006.30: Pharmaceutical goods: opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations, diagnostic reagents designed to be administered to the patient.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 305 tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents to South Africa?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Germany (20%) and Italy (18%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $70.42 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $85.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2022 at $22.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.4 million a year.
Does South Africa also export x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Namibia and Botswana. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $19.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents?
The HS code for x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents is subheading 3006.30. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
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