Distribution board parts imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of distribution board parts by Oman reached $6.2 million in 2024 (476 tonnes). Value fell 58% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $47.9 million.
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 | $6.2M | 476 t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $18.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $27.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $39.6M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $47.9M | 6.9K t |
Where Oman imports distribution board parts from
Most of the value came from India (33%), Saudi Arabia (29%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.0M | 33% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.8M | 29% |
| China | $869K | 14% |
| Italy | $568K | 9.2% |
| Singapore | $206K | 3.3% |
| Bahrain | $158K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $126K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $62K | 1% |
| Japan | $59K | 1% |
| Romania | $42K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.01 per kg, 31% above the world average of $9.92. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Distribution board parts exports from Oman
In 2024, Oman exported distribution board parts worth $374 thousand (48 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 60% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $225K | 60% |
| Qatar | $147K | 39% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman distribution board parts imports (HS 8538.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8538.10: Electrical apparatus: parts (e.g. boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, other bases), for goods of heading no. 8537, not equipped with their apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of distribution board parts imported by Oman?
Oman imported distribution board parts worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 476 tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply distribution board parts to Oman?
India was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (29%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 961% on the year.
What is the average import price of distribution board parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.01 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $9.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of distribution board parts to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.9 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, a fall of 87%. The peak was 2017 at $47.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.9 million a year.
Does Oman also export distribution board parts?
Yes. Oman exported $374 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for distribution board parts?
The HS code for distribution board parts is subheading 8538.10. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8538 page.
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