Medical instruments (other) imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
Tanzania imported $48.0 million of medical instruments (other) in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% 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 | $48.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $40.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $32.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $27.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $26.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $25.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $44.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $39.5M | 1.8K t |
Where Tanzania imports medical instruments (other) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (32%), China (27%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+316% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $15.2M | 32% |
| China | $13.0M | 27% |
| United States | $6.2M | 13% |
| India | $5.4M | 11% |
| South Africa | $1.7M | 3.5% |
| Pakistan | $1.5M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $816K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $561K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $386K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $379K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.12 per kg, close to the world average of $24.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medical instruments (other) exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported medical instruments (other) worth $394 thousand (11 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (26%), Malawi (19%), Mauritius (17%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $104K | 26% |
| Malawi | $74K | 19% |
| Mauritius | $67K | 17% |
| Zambia | $46K | 12% |
| South Africa | $38K | 9.6% |
| United States | $17K | 4.3% |
| Angola | $12K | 3.1% |
| Mozambique | $8K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $5K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania 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 Tanzania?
Tanzania imported medical instruments (other) worth $48.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical instruments (other) to Tanzania?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by China (27%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 316% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.12 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $24.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of medical instruments (other) to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.5 million in 2017 to $48.0 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $35.6 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export medical instruments (other)?
Yes. Tanzania exported $394 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Malawi and Mauritius. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $47.6 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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