Specialized machinery (other types) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $117.8 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $117.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $119.5M | 10.3K t |
| 2022 | $69.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $58.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $80.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $92.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $67.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $57.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Qatar imports specialized machinery (other types) from
Most of the value came from United States (44%), China (12%), Singapore (9%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+465% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $52.4M | 45% |
| China | $14.4M | 12% |
| Singapore | $10.3M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $8.1M | 6.9% |
| Denmark | $6.1M | 5.1% |
| Italy | $4.0M | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.9M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $2.5M | 2.1% |
| India | $2.5M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $66.46 per kg, 285% above the world average of $17.28. 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.
Specialized machinery (other types) exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported specialized machinery (other types) worth $894 thousand (50 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Romania (35%), Sweden (17%), Switzerland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $315K | 35% |
| Sweden | $156K | 17% |
| Switzerland | $97K | 11% |
| India | $68K | 7.6% |
| Singapore | $63K | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $42K | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $36K | 4% |
| Greece | $27K | 3% |
| Turkey | $21K | 2.4% |
| Norway | $16K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar specialized machinery (other types) imports (HS 8479.89): 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 8479.89: Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery (other types) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $117.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery (other types) to Qatar?
The United States was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($52.4 million), followed by China (12%) and Singapore (9%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 465% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $66.46 per kg in 2024, 285% above the world average of $17.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery (other types) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57.3 million in 2017 to $117.8 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. The peak was 2023 at $119.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $82.8 million a year.
Does Qatar also export specialized machinery (other types)?
Yes. Qatar exported $894 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Romania, Sweden and Switzerland. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $117.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery (other types)?
The HS code for specialized machinery (other types) is subheading 8479.89. 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 8479 page.
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