HS Code:
Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments (HS Code: 902720) are specialized analytical devices used in laboratories for separating and analyzing compounds. Chromatographs are used to identify, purify, and quantify components in a mixture, while electrophoresis instruments are primarily used for separating DNA, RNA, or proteins based on their size and charge. These instruments are critical in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, environmental testing, and food safety. Global trade in this category is driven by the increasing demand for advanced analytical tools in research and quality control.
Total Trade Volume
USD 5.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 1.3 billion
25% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 950 million
18% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 700 million
13% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 550 million
11% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 400 million
8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
4.5%
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-US TTIP provisions)
Rising demand for high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) systems
Driven by pharmaceutical R&D for drug development and quality assurance, leading to higher trade volumes in developed markets
2021-2022
Increased adoption of electrophoresis in genomics research
Boosts trade in instruments tailored for DNA sequencing and protein analysis, especially in biotech hubs
2020-2022
Growth in environmental testing applications
Spurs demand for chromatographs to detect pollutants and contaminants, particularly in emerging economies
2019-2022
A bilateral agreement reduced tariffs on scientific instruments, including chromatographs, to promote research collaboration.
March 2023
Expected to increase trade volume between the two countries by 15% over the next two years.
The EU introduced stricter calibration and safety standards for imported analytical instruments to ensure accuracy in testing.
January 2023
May increase compliance costs for exporters but ensures higher quality standards in the market.
A leading manufacturer launched portable chromatographs, making the technology accessible for field testing.
September 2022
Likely to expand market reach to smaller labs and remote locations, boosting trade in niche segments.