Drawing and measuring instruments imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of drawing and measuring instruments by Jordan reached $2.4 million in 2024 (374 tonnes). That is 96% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.4M | 374 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 291 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 441 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 65 t |
| 2020 | $855K | 46 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 281 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 318 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 242 t |
Where Jordan imports drawing and measuring instruments from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 85% |
| United States | $67K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $66K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $56K | 2.4% |
| India | $38K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $31K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $22K | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $19K | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $14K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $8K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 9017
| 9017.80 | Mathematical instruments and equipment: n.e.c. in heading no. 9017 | 77% |
| 9017.20 | Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments | 16% |
| 9017.30 | Mathematical equipment: micrometers, callipers and gauges | 4.6% |
| 9017.10 | Drafting tables and machines: whether or not automatic | 1.5% |
| 9017.90 | Drawing, marking-out equipment and mathematical instruments: parts and accessories | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9017.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.36 per kg, 45% below the world average of $11.58, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9017: Drawing, marking-out, mathematical calculating instruments (drafting machines, protractors, drawing sets etc); instruments for measuring length (e.g. measuring rods, tapes, micrometers, callipers) n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of drawing and measuring instruments imported by Jordan?
Jordan imported drawing and measuring instruments worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 374 tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 96% on 2023.
Which countries supply drawing and measuring instruments to Jordan?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by the United States (3%) and Germany (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 920% on the year.
What is the average import price of drawing and measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.36 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $11.58 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of drawing and measuring instruments to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for drawing and measuring instruments?
The HS code for drawing and measuring instruments is heading 9017. In Jordan the largest six-digit codes were 9017.80 (77% of the value) and 9017.20 (16%). It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9017 page.
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