Orthopedic supports imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of orthopedic supports by the United States reached $3.00 billion in 2024 (54.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% more than in 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 | $3.00B | 54.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.81B | 47.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.94B | 48.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.67B | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.26B | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.32B | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.31B | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.02B | 4.8K t |
Where the United States imports orthopedic supports from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (27%), Mexico (25%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Costa Rica grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $807.6M | 27% |
| Mexico | $747.4M | 25% |
| China | $394.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $372.7M | 12% |
| Costa Rica | $176.1M | 5.9% |
| France | $77.8M | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $50.9M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $39.8M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $27.5M | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $27.1M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $55.60 per kg, 38% below the world average of $89.05, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Orthopedic supports exports from the United States
Exports of orthopedic supports by the United States reached $2.79 billion in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 159 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (19%), Canada (9%), Japan (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $532.1M | 19% |
| Canada | $247.1M | 8.9% |
| Japan | $228.4M | 8.2% |
| Switzerland | $223.1M | 8% |
| Germany | $158.2M | 5.7% |
| France | $141.8M | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $134.7M | 4.8% |
| Australia | $115.1M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $109.6M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $107.7M | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States orthopedic supports imports (HS 9021.10): 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 9021.10: Orthopaedic or fracture appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopedic supports imported by the United States?
The United States imported orthopedic supports worth $3.00 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 54.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 213 countries worldwide, with 23% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopedic supports to the United States?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($807.6 million), followed by Mexico (25%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopedic supports per kg?
The average declared import value was about $55.60 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $89.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of orthopedic supports to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.02 billion in 2017 to $3.00 billion in 2024, an increase of 49%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.54 billion a year.
Does the United States also export orthopedic supports?
Yes. The United States exported $2.79 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Canada and Japan. That compares with imports of $3.00 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for orthopedic supports?
The HS code for orthopedic supports is subheading 9021.10. 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 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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