Optical measurement instrument imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Oman imported optical measurement instrument worth $2.8 million (14 tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.2 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 | $2.8M | 14 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 24 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 8 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 19 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 24 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 39 t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 36 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 22 t |
Where Oman imports optical measurement instrument from
Most of the value came from Bulgaria (36%), Germany (16%), Sweden (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | $990K | 36% |
| Germany | $439K | 16% |
| Sweden | $286K | 10% |
| China | $275K | 9.9% |
| United States | $255K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $208K | 7.5% |
| India | $102K | 3.7% |
| Austria | $51K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $23K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $20K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $194.62 per kg, 77% above the world average of $110.20. 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.
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The shipment records behind Oman optical measurement instrument imports (HS 9031.49): 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 9031.49: Optical instruments and appliances: for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of optical measurement instrument imported by Oman?
Oman imported optical measurement instrument worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14 tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical measurement instrument to Oman?
Bulgaria was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($990 thousand), followed by Germany (16%) and Sweden (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 789% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical measurement instrument per kg?
The average declared import value was about $194.62 per kg in 2024, 77% above the world average of $110.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical measurement instrument to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $7.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical measurement instrument?
The HS code for optical measurement instrument is subheading 9031.49. 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 9031 page.
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