Environmental Scan 2017: Human Capital Issues within the Medical Devices Sector
2.2.2 Imports
The imports of medical devices to Malaysia increased from RM 3.4 billion in 2013 to
RM 4.5 billion in 2016. This represented a CAGR of 9.8%, which is similar to the growth rate for
exports. The type of medical devices Malaysia imports and exports differ significantly. Malaysia
usually imports medical devices of higher classification/ category, which are not manufactured
locally. The import origins of these medical devices are mainly the US (19%), Singapore (16%),
China (14%), Germany (11%) and Japan (9%).
Figure 2-8: Imports of Medical Devices, 2013 & 2016
14%
17%
47%
2013
Total Imports of
Medical Devices
13%
51%
RM3.4 bil
2016
Total Imports of
Medical Devices
RM4.5 bil
12%
12%
13%
3%
3% 4%
1% 2%
51%
14%
12%
3%
5%
1% 2%
5%
1% 2%
Catheters,Syringes,Needles and Sutures
Opthalmic Lenses, Including Contact Lenses
Electromedical Equipment
Medical and Surgical X-Ray Apparatus
Dental Instruments and Appliances
Surgical / Medical Gloves
Medical Furniture
Other Medical Instruments, Apparatus and Appliances
Source: MATRADE
Other Medical Instruments, Apparatus and Appliances include orthopaedic appliances, prosthetics, mechano-therapy appliances,
massage apparatus, respiration apparatus, medical sterilisers, sheath contraceptives, breathing appliances & gas masks, etc.
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