MRI machines imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported mri machines worth $2.7 million (19 tonnes). Value rose 138% on 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 | $2.7M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 27 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 26 t |
| 2021 | $24K | 2 t |
| 2020 | $33K | 6 t |
| 2019 | $850K | 3 t |
| 2018 | $46K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 8 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports mri machines from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.4M | 91% |
| United States | $198K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $34K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.2% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $139.48 per kg, 84% above the world average of $75.73. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe mri machines imports (HS 9018.13): 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 9018.13: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: magnetic resonance imaging apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of mri machines imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported mri machines worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 138% on 2023.
Which countries supply mri machines to Zimbabwe?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by the United States (7%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 348% on the year.
What is the average import price of mri machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $139.48 per kg in 2024, 84% above the world average of $75.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mri machines to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for mri machines?
The HS code for mri machines is subheading 9018.13. 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 9018 page.
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