Catheters and cannulae imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of catheters and cannulae by the United Arab Emirates reached $175.7 million in 2024 (16.8 thousand tonnes). That is 101% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $175.7M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $87.4M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $79.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $76.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $72.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $68.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $63.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $53.9M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports catheters and cannulae from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (25%), China (21%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+389% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $44.6M | 25% |
| China | $36.7M | 21% |
| India | $24.3M | 14% |
| United States | $18.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $10.9M | 6.2% |
| Thailand | $10.1M | 5.7% |
| Belgium | $6.5M | 3.7% |
| Austria | $3.8M | 2.2% |
| Bulgaria | $2.0M | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $1.7M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.48 per kg, 81% below the world average of $53.86, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Catheters and cannulae exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $5.0 million of catheters and cannulae in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Pakistan (26%), Netherlands (18%), Uzbekistan (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $922K | 18% |
| Uzbekistan | $634K | 13% |
| Tanzania | $457K | 9.1% |
| India | $309K | 6.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $287K | 5.7% |
| Angola | $173K | 3.4% |
| Georgia | $163K | 3.2% |
| Seychelles | $126K | 2.5% |
| Malawi | $123K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates catheters and cannulae imports (HS 9018.39): 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 9018.39: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: catheters, cannulae and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of catheters and cannulae imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported catheters and cannulae worth $175.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 101% on 2023.
Which countries supply catheters and cannulae to the United Arab Emirates?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($44.6 million), followed by China (21%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 389% on the year.
What is the average import price of catheters and cannulae per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.48 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $53.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of catheters and cannulae to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.9 million in 2017 to $175.7 million in 2024, an increase of 226%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $84.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export catheters and cannulae?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, the Netherlands and Uzbekistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $170.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for catheters and cannulae?
The HS code for catheters and cannulae is subheading 9018.39. 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.
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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