Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods. In 2023, Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods were the world's 702nd most traded product, with a total trade of $5.21B. Between 2022 and 2023 the exports of Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods grew by 2.36%, from $5.09B to $5.21B. Trade in Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods represent 0.023% of total world trade.
Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods are a part of Special Pharmaceuticals.
Exports In 2023 the top exporters of Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods were United States ($1.51B), Austria ($487M), Belgium ($442M), Germany ($440M), and Mexico ($363M).
Imports In 2023 the top importers of Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods were Belgium ($854M), United States ($625M), Germany ($511M), China ($376M), and Japan ($351M).
Ranking Suture materials, sterile surgical and dental goods ranks 1292nd in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description The most common use of suture materials is to produce a wound that is less painful and less likely to heal improperly. Surgical and dental goods are used to control bleeding and to minimize pain and discomfort.