China was the largest exporter with 41% of the world total, and the United States was the largest buyer. Makers worldwide hold 12 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
What this market covers
Systems used to record the shape of teeth and gums, including mixing machines, trays and materials. Clinics use them for crowns, dentures and aligners.
Typical segments
- Automatic mixing units
- Impression trays
- Impression materials
- Digital scan alternatives
Why this market is moving now
- World trade grew 10% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.
- Italy is gaining ground: its exports rose 44% 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 modelling pastes (HS 340700), the trade category that includes dental impression system, were worth $1.24 billion in 2024. | 1.24 USD billion | 2024 | |
| World exports were 10% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($1.12 billion), calculated from the annual totals. | +10 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| China was the largest exporter in 2024, with 41% of world exports ($508.4 million). | 41 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The three largest exporters, China, Germany and Italy, shipped 68% of world exports in 2024. | 68 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The United States was the largest importer in 2024, buying $332.7 million, or 27% of world imports. | 27 % of world imports | 2024 | |
| 38 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 38 countries | 2024 | |
| The average world export price was about $5.63 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 5.63 USD per kg | 2024 | |
| Countries exported 219.8 thousand tonnes of this product in 2024. | 219.8 thousand tonnes | 2024 | |
| Among the ten largest exporters, Italy grew fastest, with exports up 44% from 2019 to 2024. | +44 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| Makers worldwide hold 12 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 12 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| 3 of those clearances were issued from 2021 to 2025. | 3 510(k) clearances | 2025 | |
| Chemoment Materials Co.,Ltd holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Crown Delta holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Exacta Dental Products holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Handae Chemical Co. holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Hyunjae holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Innotek Dental holds 1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices. | 1 510(k) clearances | 2026 |
Calculated figures (shares, changes and prices per kilogram) are plain arithmetic on the reported values. Read how we work.
Buyers and suppliers
Who buys
- Dental clinics
- Dental chains
- Dental distributors
Largest exporting countries, 2024
Largest importing countries, 2024
Companies to watch
Chemoment Materials Co.,Ltd
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
Crown Delta
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
Exacta Dental Products
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
Handae Chemical Co.
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
Hyunjae
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
Innotek Dental
1 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
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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 dental impression system market?
There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 340700 reached $1.24 billion in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.
Which countries export the most dental impression system?
China led world exports in 2024 with 41% of the total, followed by Germany, Italy and the United States.
Which countries import the most dental impression system?
The United States was the largest importer in 2024, followed by Germany, the Netherlands and France.
Is world trade in dental impression system growing?
World exports were 10% higher in 2024 than in 2019.
What is the average export price of dental impression system?
Dividing world export value by weight gives about $5.63 per kilogram in 2024.
How many dental impression system devices are cleared by the FDA?
Makers worldwide hold 12 FDA 510(k) clearances for dental impression system devices.
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