Dental X-ray machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $173.9 million of dental x-ray machines in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 176 countries for imports of this product. That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $251.8 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 | $173.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $206.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $247.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $228.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $173.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $236.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $220.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $251.8M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States imports dental x-ray machines from
Most of the value came from Finland (42%), South Korea (38%), Germany (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $73.6M | 42% |
| South Korea | $66.3M | 38% |
| Germany | $17.6M | 10% |
| Japan | $7.5M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $4.0M | 2.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.0M | 0.6% |
| France | $781K | 0.5% |
| China | $693K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $569K | 0.3% |
| Brazil | $548K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $148.81 per kg, 28% above the world average of $116.42. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dental X-ray machines exports from the United States
The United States exported $16.2 million of dental x-ray machines in 2024 (121 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 82 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (45%), Mexico (11%), Japan (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Colombia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.4M | 46% |
| Mexico | $1.8M | 11% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 9.1% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 9.1% |
| France | $632K | 3.9% |
| Australia | $408K | 2.5% |
| Colombia | $389K | 2.4% |
| Honduras | $280K | 1.7% |
| Guatemala | $221K | 1.4% |
| Finland | $212K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 the United States?
The United States imported dental x-ray machines worth $173.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 176 countries worldwide, with 24% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental x-ray machines to the United States?
Finland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($73.6 million), followed by South Korea (38%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental x-ray machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $148.81 per kg in 2024, 28% 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 the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $251.8 million in 2017 to $173.9 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2017 at $251.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $217.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export dental x-ray machines?
Yes. The United States exported $16.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $157.7 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.
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