Desktop computers imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported desktop computers worth $20.8 million (109 tonnes). That is 60% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $72.8 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 | $20.8M | 109 t |
| 2023 | $52.5M | 335 t |
| 2022 | $72.8M | 583 t |
| 2021 | $31.4M | 228 t |
| 2020 | $27.5M | 161 t |
| 2019 | $39.1M | 91 t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 69 t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 94 t |
Where Qatar imports desktop computers from
Most of the value came from China (25%), Taiwan (23%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 25% |
| Taiwan | $4.8M | 23% |
| United States | $3.1M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 12% |
| France | $1.5M | 7.2% |
| Czech Republic | $604K | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $512K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $484K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $295K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $287K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $190.53 per kg, 68% above the world average of $113.21. 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.
Desktop computers exports from Qatar
Exports of desktop computers by Qatar reached $884 thousand in 2024 (17 tonnes). Netherlands alone took 91% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $803K | 91% |
| Japan | $42K | 4.8% |
| Romania | $11K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $5K | 0.6% |
| Ecuador | $4K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.4% |
| France | $3K | 0.4% |
| Maldives | $2K | 0.2% |
| Hungary | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar desktop computers imports (HS 8471.41): 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 8471.41: Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30.
Common questions
What is the value of desktop computers imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported desktop computers worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 109 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply desktop computers to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Taiwan (23%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 623% on the year.
What is the average import price of desktop computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $190.53 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $113.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of desktop computers to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024, an increase of 98%. The peak was 2022 at $72.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.0 million a year.
Does Qatar also export desktop computers?
Yes. Qatar exported $884 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Japan and Romania. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for desktop computers?
The HS code for desktop computers is subheading 8471.41. 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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