Electrical test instruments imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported electrical test instruments worth $4.8 million (50 tonnes). Value rose 124% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $4.8M | 50 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 4 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 19 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 7 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 16 t |
| 2019 | $946K | 5 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 7 t |
Where Qatar imports electrical test instruments from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+205% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 60% |
| Austria | $546K | 11% |
| Germany | $345K | 7.2% |
| United States | $249K | 5.2% |
| Croatia | $174K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $155K | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $66K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $51K | 1.1% |
| France | $44K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $44K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $96.29 per kg, 52% below the world average of $199.77, 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.
Electrical test instruments exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $267 thousand of electrical test instruments in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Croatia accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Croatia | $241K | 90% |
| Austria | $23K | 8.7% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar electrical test instruments imports (HS 9030.89): 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 9030.89: Instruments and apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 9030, without a recording device.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical test instruments imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported electrical test instruments worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 50 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 124% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical test instruments to Qatar?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Austria (11%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 735% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical test instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $96.29 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $199.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical test instruments to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Qatar also export electrical test instruments?
Yes. Qatar exported $267 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Croatia, Austria and Malaysia. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical test instruments?
The HS code for electrical test instruments is subheading 9030.89. 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 9030 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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