Medical syringes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of medical syringes by the United States reached $1.21 billion in 2024 (46.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $1.21B | 46.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.07B | 43.6K t |
| 2022 | $979.1M | 47.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.03B | 54.2K t |
| 2020 | $778.2M | 41.4K t |
| 2019 | $738.0M | 25.5K t |
| 2018 | $664.7M | 27.9K t |
| 2017 | $568.6M | 20.4K t |
Where the United States imports medical syringes from
Most of the value came from Mexico (24%), China (16%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $293.8M | 24% |
| China | $189.7M | 16% |
| Italy | $138.3M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $133.3M | 11% |
| Switzerland | $89.3M | 7.4% |
| Israel | $76.2M | 6.3% |
| France | $68.6M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $58.2M | 4.8% |
| Japan | $27.1M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $24.6M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.33 per kg, 27% above the world average of $20.69. 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 syringes exports from the United States
Exports of medical syringes by the United States reached $1.09 billion in 2024 (41.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 153 countries. The largest buyer markets were France (17%), Netherlands (14%), Canada (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $182.1M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $148.2M | 14% |
| Canada | $112.4M | 10% |
| Mexico | $93.2M | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $50.3M | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $50.1M | 4.6% |
| China | $40.7M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $37.1M | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $36.6M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $33.4M | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medical syringes imports (HS 9018.31): 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 9018.31: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: syringes, with or without needles.
Common questions
What is the value of medical syringes imported by the United States?
The United States imported medical syringes worth $1.21 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical syringes to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($293.8 million), followed by China (16%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 37% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical syringes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.33 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $20.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medical syringes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $568.6 million in 2017 to $1.21 billion in 2024, an increase of 113%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $879.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export medical syringes?
Yes. The United States exported $1.09 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the Netherlands and Canada. That compares with imports of $1.21 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for medical syringes?
The HS code for medical syringes is subheading 9018.31. 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.
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