HS Code:
Dialysis instruments and apparatus, classified under HS Code 9018.90, encompass medical devices used for renal replacement therapy, including hemodialysis machines, peritoneal dialysis equipment, and related accessories. These instruments are critical for patients with kidney failure, facilitating the removal of waste and excess fluids from the blood. This category is a vital segment of the medical device industry, driven by the rising prevalence of chronic kidney diseases globally, aging populations, and advancements in dialysis technology.
Total Trade Volume
USD 5.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.3%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)
Rising demand for home dialysis equipment
Increased trade in portable and user-friendly dialysis machines due to patient preference for home-based treatment, particularly post-COVID-19.
2021-2023
Technological advancements in dialysis machines
Growth in exports of smart dialysis systems with IoT integration and improved efficiency, especially from Germany and Japan.
2020-2022
Increased focus on sustainability
Manufacturers are adopting eco-friendly materials and processes, influencing supply chains and trade policies in the EU and North America.
2022-2023
The EU's stricter MDR rules came into full effect, requiring dialysis equipment manufacturers to meet enhanced safety and performance standards.
May 2021
Increased compliance costs for exporters to the EU, temporary delays in market entry for non-compliant products.
Medical devices, including dialysis instruments, saw reduced tariffs under the Phase 1 trade deal between the US and China.
January 2020
Boosted Chinese exports of dialysis components to the US, enhancing bilateral trade in this category.
A major US-based company announced a prototype for a wearable dialysis device, potentially revolutionizing the market.
October 2022
Expected to drive future trade growth as demand for innovative, portable solutions rises globally.