The United States was the largest exporter with 26% of the world total, and the United States was the largest buyer. Makers worldwide hold 537 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
What this market covers
Artificial limbs and body worn braces and supports made or fitted for individual patients. Clinics buy components and fit them for people with limb loss or movement problems.
Typical segments
- Lower limb prosthetics
- Upper limb prosthetics
- Braces and supports
- Custom orthotic insoles
Why this market is moving now
- World trade grew 47% from 2019 to 2024, a direct read on cross-border demand.
- Costa Rica is gaining ground: its exports rose 200% 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 artificial parts of the body (HS 902139), the trade category that includes prosthetics and orthotics, were worth $17.02 billion in 2024. | 17.02 USD billion | 2024 | |
| World exports were 47% higher in 2024 than in 2019 ($11.61 billion), calculated from the annual totals. | +47 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| The United States was the largest exporter in 2024, with 26% of world exports ($4.39 billion). | 26 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The three largest exporters, the United States, Singapore and the Netherlands, shipped 48% of world exports in 2024. | 48 % of world exports | 2024 | |
| The United States was the largest importer in 2024, buying $3.10 billion, or 18% of world imports. | 18 % of world imports | 2024 | |
| 63 countries exported more than $1 million of this product in 2024. | 63 countries | 2024 | |
| The average world export price was about $960.31 per kilogram in 2024, calculated from value and weight. | 960.31 USD per kg | 2024 | |
| Countries exported 17.7 thousand tonnes of this product in 2024. | 17.7 thousand tonnes | 2024 | |
| Among the ten largest exporters, Costa Rica grew fastest, with exports up 200% from 2019 to 2024. | +200 % since 2019 | 2024 | |
| Makers worldwide hold 537 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 537 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| 19 of those clearances were issued from 2021 to 2025. | 19 510(k) clearances | 2025 | |
| Depuy holds 40 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 40 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Zimmer holds 38 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 38 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Depuy Orthopaedics holds 29 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 29 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Biomet holds 17 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 17 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Tornier holds 16 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 16 510(k) clearances | 2026 | |
| Arthrex holds 12 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices. | 12 510(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
- Prosthetic and orthotic clinics
- Hospitals
- Rehabilitation centres
Largest exporting countries, 2024
Largest importing countries, 2024
Companies to watch
Depuy
40 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
Zimmer
38 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
Depuy Orthopaedics
29 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
Biomet
17 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
Tornier
16 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
Arthrex
12 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
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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
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Frequently asked questions
How big is the global prosthetics and orthotics market?
There is no single official market total. World exports of HS 902139 reached $17.02 billion in 2024, a direct measure of cross-border trade.
Which countries export the most prosthetics and orthotics?
The United States led world exports in 2024 with 26% of the total, followed by Singapore, the Netherlands and Costa Rica.
Which countries import the most prosthetics and orthotics?
The United States was the largest importer in 2024, followed by the Netherlands, China and Germany.
Is world trade in prosthetics and orthotics growing?
World exports were 47% higher in 2024 than in 2019.
What is the average export price of prosthetics and orthotics?
Dividing world export value by weight gives about $960.31 per kilogram in 2024.
How many prosthetics and orthotics devices are cleared by the FDA?
Makers worldwide hold 537 FDA 510(k) clearances for prosthetics and orthotics devices.
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