The United States was the largest exporter with 23% of the world total, and the United States was the largest buyer. Makers worldwide hold 11 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
What this market covers
Bendable scopes with cameras and light used to look inside the digestive tract, lungs and urinary tract. Buyers are hospitals, endoscopy centers and surgical clinics.
Typical segments
- Gastrointestinal endoscopes
- Bronchoscopes
- Urology scopes
- Single use scopes
Why this market is moving now
- World trade grew 31% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.
- China is gaining ground: its exports rose 64% from 2019 to 2024, the fastest among the ten largest exporters.
Key figures
Global figures for this market, with the year each one describes. Use Cite to copy a reference to this page.
| Figure | Value | Year | Cite |
|---|---|---|---|
| World exports of instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical or veterinary sciences (HS 901890), the trade category that includes flexible endoscopes, were worth $77.08 billion in 2024. | 77.08 USD billion | 2024 | |
| World exports were 31% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($58.61 billion), calculated from the annual totals. | +31 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| The United States was the largest exporter in 2024, with 23% of world exports ($17.45 billion). | 23 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The three largest exporters, the United States, Mexico and Germany, shipped 48% of world exports in 2024. | 48 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The United States was the largest importer in 2024, buying $20.67 billion, or 27% of world imports. | 27 % of world imports | 2024 | |
| 97 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 97 countries | 2024 | |
| The average world export price was about $24.26 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 24.26 USD per kg | 2024 | |
| Countries exported 3.18 million tonnes of this product in 2024. | 3.18 million tonnes | 2024 | |
| Among the ten largest exporters, China grew fastest, with exports up 64% from 2019 to 2024. | +64 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| Makers worldwide hold 11 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 11 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Technology Marketing Group holds 3 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 3 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Rtc Inc.-Memcath Technologies, Llc holds 2 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 2 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Codman & Shurtleff holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Entellus Medical holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Gyrus Acmi holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Mitsubishi Cable America holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Researchers worldwide published 27 papers on flexible endoscope in 2025. | 27 papers | 2025 |
Calculated figures (shares, changes and prices per kilogram) are plain arithmetic on the reported values. Read how we work.
Buyers and suppliers
Who buys
- Hospitals
- Endoscopy centers
- Surgical clinics
Largest exporting countries, 2024
Largest importing countries, 2024
Companies to watch
Technology Marketing Group
3 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
Rtc Inc.-Memcath Technologies, Llc
2 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
Codman & Shurtleff
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
Entellus Medical
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
Gyrus Acmi
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
Mitsubishi Cable America
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
What the full report covers
- 01Executive summary
The answer in one page: size, direction and what moves it - 02Market definition and scope
What is in and out of the global market - 03Global market size, 2021 to 2025
Historical series and growth rates - 04Countries and regions
Demand, supply and trade by country and region - 05Outlook to 2031
Base, low and high scenarios with stated assumptions - 06Rules, policy and deadlines
Regulation and programmes that change demand - 07Drivers and barriers
What accelerates or slows adoption, by customer segment - 08Prices, costs and margins
Unit economics where public data allows - 09Competitive landscape
8 to 12 company profiles with recent moves - 10Opportunities and risks
For new entrants, suppliers and investors - 11Method and assumptions
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Frequently asked questions
How big is the global flexible endoscopes market?
There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 901890 reached $77.08 billion in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.
Which countries export the most flexible endoscopes?
The United States led world exports in 2024 with 23% of the total, followed by Mexico, Germany and China.
Which countries import the most flexible endoscopes?
The United States was the largest importer in 2024, followed by the Netherlands, Germany and China.
Is world trade in flexible endoscopes growing?
World exports were 31% higher in 2024 than in 2019.
What is the average export price of flexible endoscopes?
Dividing world export value by weight gives about $24.26 per kilogram in 2024.
How many flexible endoscopes devices are cleared by the FDA?
Makers worldwide hold 11 FDA 510(k) clearances for flexible endoscopes devices.
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