Ophthalmic instruments imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ophthalmic instruments by Qatar reached $5.4 million in 2024 (21 tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.0 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 | $5.4M | 21 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 21 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 19 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 18 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 18 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 17 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 7 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 21 t |
Where Qatar imports ophthalmic instruments from
Most of the value came from United States (37%), Germany (19%), United Kingdom (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 37% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $467K | 8.6% |
| Japan | $391K | 7.2% |
| Switzerland | $353K | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $172K | 3.2% |
| Austria | $154K | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $125K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $112K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $104K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $261.33 per kg, 21% above the world average of $216.35. 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 Qatar ophthalmic instruments imports (HS 9018.50): 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 9018.50: Ophthalmic instruments and appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of ophthalmic instruments imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported ophthalmic instruments worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply ophthalmic instruments to Qatar?
The United States was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Germany (19%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 104% on the year.
What is the average import price of ophthalmic instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $261.33 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $216.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ophthalmic instruments to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2023 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ophthalmic instruments?
The HS code for ophthalmic instruments is subheading 9018.50. 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 9018 page.
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