Computer storage units imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported computer storage units worth $61.6 million (193 tonnes). Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $87.0 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 | $61.6M | 193 t |
| 2023 | $55.3M | 145 t |
| 2022 | $87.0M | 398 t |
| 2021 | $53.9M | 224 t |
| 2020 | $46.4M | 217 t |
| 2019 | $76.5M | 331 t |
| 2018 | $41.4M | 132 t |
| 2017 | $34.2M | 113 t |
Where Qatar imports computer storage units from
The largest suppliers were China (24%), Ireland (23%), Poland (16%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.0M | 24% |
| Ireland | $14.3M | 23% |
| Poland | $9.9M | 16% |
| Thailand | $6.4M | 10% |
| United States | $4.3M | 7.1% |
| Philippines | $2.7M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $1.8M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $971K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $818K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $319.62 per kg, close to the world average of $384.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer storage units exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported computer storage units worth $342 thousand (1 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (30%), Hungary (30%), Angola (24%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $104K | 30% |
| Hungary | $102K | 30% |
| Angola | $82K | 24% |
| Hong Kong | $34K | 10% |
| Austria | $7K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 1.4% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0.6% |
| France | $2K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.4% |
| China | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar computer storage units imports (HS 8471.70): 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 8471.70: Units of automatic data processing machines: storage units.
Common questions
What is the value of computer storage units imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported computer storage units worth $61.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 193 tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer storage units to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by Ireland (23%) and Poland (16%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer storage units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $319.62 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $384.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer storage units to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.2 million in 2017 to $61.6 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. The peak was 2022 at $87.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.0 million a year.
Does Qatar also export computer storage units?
Yes. Qatar exported $342 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Hungary and Angola. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $61.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer storage units?
The HS code for computer storage units is subheading 8471.70. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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