Automatic control systems imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of automatic control systems by the United Arab Emirates reached $186.9 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 4% 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 | $186.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $195.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $115.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $107.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $126.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $145.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $120.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $121.2M | 906 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports automatic control systems from
Most of the value came from China (30%), United States (11%), India (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $55.9M | 30% |
| United States | $20.8M | 11% |
| India | $14.3M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $13.8M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $11.7M | 6.3% |
| Norway | $10.1M | 5.4% |
| Singapore | $10.0M | 5.4% |
| Spain | $6.2M | 3.3% |
| France | $5.6M | 3% |
| Japan | $5.2M | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $107.79 per kg, 40% above the world average of $76.79. 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.
Automatic control systems exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $54.2 million of automatic control systems in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $28.1M | 52% |
| Angola | $4.6M | 8.5% |
| United States | $3.4M | 6.2% |
| Singapore | $2.5M | 4.6% |
| Senegal | $2.4M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $909K | 1.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $847K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates automatic control systems imports (HS 9032.89): 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 9032.89: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, other than hydraulic or pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic control systems imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported automatic control systems worth $186.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic control systems to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($55.9 million), followed by the United States (11%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic control systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $107.79 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $76.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of automatic control systems to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $121.2 million in 2017 to $186.9 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2023 at $195.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $139.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export automatic control systems?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $54.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Angola and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $132.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic control systems?
The HS code for automatic control systems is subheading 9032.89. 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 9032 page.
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