X-ray tubes imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of x-ray tubes by South Africa reached $7.7 million in 2024 (23 tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $7.7M | 23 t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 23 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 16 t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 19 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 332 t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 13 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 12 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 10 t |
Where South Africa imports x-ray tubes from
Most of the value came from Germany (27%), Netherlands (22%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+499% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.1M | 27% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 22% |
| China | $823K | 11% |
| India | $656K | 8.5% |
| Belgium | $584K | 7.5% |
| United States | $467K | 6% |
| Japan | $402K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $237K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $225K | 2.9% |
| Finland | $144K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $330.95 per kg, close to the world average of $352.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray tubes exports from South Africa
Exports of x-ray tubes by South Africa reached $3.3 million in 2024 (10 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Namibia (33%), Botswana (13%), Canada (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+690% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.1M | 33% |
| Botswana | $431K | 13% |
| Canada | $269K | 8.2% |
| Zambia | $184K | 5.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $172K | 5.2% |
| France | $144K | 4.4% |
| Lesotho | $123K | 3.7% |
| Poland | $112K | 3.4% |
| Madagascar | $87K | 2.7% |
| Nigeria | $81K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa x-ray tubes imports (HS 9022.30): 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 9022.30: X-ray tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray tubes imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported x-ray tubes worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23 tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray tubes to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 499% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $330.95 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $352.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of x-ray tubes to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also export x-ray tubes?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Botswana and Canada. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray tubes?
The HS code for x-ray tubes is subheading 9022.30. 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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