Camera objective lenses imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported camera objective lenses worth $60.1 million (109 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 73% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $226.4 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 | $60.1M | 109 t |
| 2023 | $226.4M | 457 t |
| 2022 | $173.0M | 335 t |
| 2021 | $133.2M | 398 t |
| 2020 | $93.3M | 304 t |
| 2019 | $119.8M | 367 t |
| 2018 | $111.1M | 350 t |
| 2017 | $54.0M | 257 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports camera objective lenses from
Most of the value came from Japan (39%), Thailand (16%), Hong Kong (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $23.2M | 39% |
| Thailand | $9.5M | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $6.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $4.8M | 8% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 7.2% |
| China | $3.3M | 5.4% |
| United States | $1.5M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $966K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $777K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $551.59 per kg, close to the world average of $583.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Camera objective lenses exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported camera objective lenses worth $52.5 million (74 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $49.7M | 95% |
| Kuwait | $788K | 1.5% |
| Israel | $764K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $277K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $202K | 0.4% |
| India | $178K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $152K | 0.3% |
| Georgia | $122K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $62K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $44K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates camera objective lenses imports (HS 9002.11): 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 9002.11: Lenses: objective, for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers, mounted, being parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of camera objective lenses imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported camera objective lenses worth $60.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 109 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 200 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply camera objective lenses to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($23.2 million), followed by Thailand (16%) and Hong Kong (11%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 348% on the year.
What is the average import price of camera objective lenses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $551.59 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $583.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of camera objective lenses to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $54.0 million in 2017 to $60.1 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2023 at $226.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $121.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export camera objective lenses?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $52.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Kuwait and Israel. That compares with imports of $60.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for camera objective lenses?
The HS code for camera objective lenses is subheading 9002.11. 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 9002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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