Export Medical & surgical instruments from Pakistan to United States

United States imported US$44.52B of medical & surgical instruments (HS 9018) in 2025. India supplied US$334M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$112M, a gap of US$222M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.3%.

That gap matters: buyers in United States already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to United States grew 43% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, United States rates 94 out of 100 (top opportunity) and ranks 1st of 97 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list medical & surgical instruments with United States as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
94/100 (Top opportunity)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$111.8M
From India (2025)
US$333.79M
Market size
US$44519.27M
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US tariff treatment for South Asian suppliers has changed several times since 2025. Confirm the duty on your HS code before quoting.
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How much medical & surgical instruments does United States import?

United States imported US$44.52B of medical & surgical instruments (HS 9018) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export medical & surgical instruments to United States?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$112M of medical & surgical instruments to United States in 2025, 0.3% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in United States for medical & surgical instruments?

India leads: US$334M against Pakistan's US$112M in 2025, a gap of US$222M.

How can I start exporting medical & surgical instruments to United States?

Confirm your HS code, check United States's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with United States as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the United States Global Trade profile explain the next steps.