Precision measuring instruments imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported precision measuring instruments worth $35.0 million (439 tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $35.0M | 439 t |
| 2023 | $42.0M | 357 t |
| 2022 | $32.5M | 289 t |
| 2021 | $29.0M | 219 t |
| 2020 | $20.3M | 182 t |
| 2019 | $39.0M | 336 t |
| 2018 | $23.6M | 109 t |
| 2017 | $31.7M | 117 t |
Where Qatar imports precision measuring instruments from
Most of the value came from United States (26%), United Kingdom (25%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.2M | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $8.9M | 26% |
| Germany | $4.5M | 13% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 5.7% |
| China | $1.9M | 5.5% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 4.7% |
| France | $921K | 2.6% |
| India | $797K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $620K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $564K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $79.59 per kg, close to the world average of $71.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precision measuring instruments exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $1.3 million of precision measuring instruments in 2024 (11 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (24%), Italy (18%), Hong Kong (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $305K | 24% |
| Italy | $221K | 18% |
| Hong Kong | $156K | 12% |
| Austria | $90K | 7.2% |
| Finland | $88K | 7% |
| United Kingdom | $80K | 6.4% |
| Turkey | $74K | 5.9% |
| Sweden | $53K | 4.2% |
| Angola | $39K | 3.1% |
| Romania | $35K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar precision measuring instruments imports (HS 9031.80): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 9031.80: Instruments, appliances and machines: for measuring or checking n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of precision measuring instruments imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported precision measuring instruments worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 439 tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply precision measuring instruments to Qatar?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (25%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average import price of precision measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $79.59 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $71.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of precision measuring instruments to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.7 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2023 at $42.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.6 million a year.
Does Qatar also export precision measuring instruments?
Yes. Qatar exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Italy and Hong Kong. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $33.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for precision measuring instruments?
The HS code for precision measuring instruments is subheading 9031.80. 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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