Medical lubricant and coupling gels exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported medical lubricant and coupling gels worth $95.7 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 126 countries. Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $95.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $89.7M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $87.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $67.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $56.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $62.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $57.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $55.0M | 4.6K t |
Where the United States exports medical lubricant and coupling gels to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (22%), China (14%), Netherlands (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $21.0M | 22% |
| China | $13.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $9.8M | 10% |
| Canada | $8.2M | 8.6% |
| South Korea | $3.3M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 3.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.1M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $2.8M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 2.9% |
| Australia | $2.7M | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.37 per kg, 62% above the world average of $11.31. 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.
Medical lubricant and coupling gels imports to the United States
Imports of medical lubricant and coupling gels by the United States reached $59.2 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 210 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Mexico (24%), Germany (19%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Iceland grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $14.4M | 24% |
| Germany | $11.4M | 19% |
| China | $10.9M | 18% |
| Thailand | $5.2M | 8.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.5M | 5.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 4.6% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 4.1% |
| Iceland | $1.7M | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medical lubricant and coupling gels exports (HS 3006.70): 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 3006.70: Pharmaceutical goods: Gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments.
Common questions
What is the value of medical lubricant and coupling gels exported by the United States?
The United States exported medical lubricant and coupling gels worth $95.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 126 countries worldwide, with 23% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy medical lubricant and coupling gels from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($21.0 million), followed by China (14%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 128 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average export price of medical lubricant and coupling gels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $18.37 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $11.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of medical lubricant and coupling gels from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $55.0 million in 2017 to $95.7 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $71.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import medical lubricant and coupling gels?
Yes. The United States imported $59.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Germany and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $36.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical lubricant and coupling gels?
The HS code for medical lubricant and coupling gels is subheading 3006.70. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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