Prosthetics (non-joint) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $4.39 billion (3.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 141 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $4.39B | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.50B | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.40B | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.56B | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $2.87B | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.52B | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.11B | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.95B | 4.3K t |
Where the United States exports prosthetics (non-joint) to
Most of it went to Netherlands (26%), China (10%), Japan (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.13B | 26% |
| China | $428.1M | 9.8% |
| Japan | $346.7M | 7.9% |
| France | $285.6M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $245.7M | 5.6% |
| Canada | $198.9M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $144.9M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $125.2M | 2.9% |
| Australia | $124.1M | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $123.2M | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,187.89 per kg, 24% above the world average of $960.31. 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.
Prosthetics (non-joint) imports to the United States
Imports of prosthetics (non-joint) by the United States reached $3.10 billion in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 202 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Singapore (35%), Costa Rica (29%), Mexico (8%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+474% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $1.09B | 35% |
| Costa Rica | $885.9M | 29% |
| Mexico | $234.9M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $148.8M | 4.8% |
| Iceland | $147.5M | 4.8% |
| Ireland | $136.4M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $99.8M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $85.8M | 2.8% |
| Denmark | $67.5M | 2.2% |
| France | $34.2M | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States prosthetics (non-joint) exports (HS 9021.39): 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 9021.39: Artificial parts of the body: excluding artificial joints.
Common questions
What is the value of prosthetics (non-joint) exported by the United States?
The United States exported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $4.39 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 141 countries worldwide, with 26% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy prosthetics (non-joint) from the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($1.13 billion), followed by China (10%) and Japan (8%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 141 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average export price of prosthetics (non-joint) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,187.89 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $960.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of prosthetics (non-joint) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.95 billion in 2017 to $4.39 billion in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2023 at $4.50 billion. Over 8 years the average was $3.54 billion a year.
Does the United States also import prosthetics (non-joint)?
Yes. The United States imported $3.10 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Singapore, Costa Rica and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.30 billion a year.
What is the HS code for prosthetics (non-joint)?
The HS code for prosthetics (non-joint) is subheading 9021.39. 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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