Compound optical microscopes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.5 million of compound optical microscopes in 2024 (39 tonnes). Value rose 38% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $5.5M | 39 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 19 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 30 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 18 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 22 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 19 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 26 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports compound optical microscopes from
The largest suppliers were Germany (46%), China (13%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.5M | 46% |
| China | $711K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $504K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $503K | 9.2% |
| Poland | $381K | 7% |
| India | $218K | 4% |
| United States | $185K | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $153K | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $64K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $63K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $140.07 per kg, 35% below the world average of $215.49, 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates compound optical microscopes imports (HS 9011.80): 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 9011.80: Microscopes, compound optical: (other than stereoscopic and microscopes for photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojection).
Common questions
What is the value of compound optical microscopes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported compound optical microscopes worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply compound optical microscopes to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by China (13%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average import price of compound optical microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $140.07 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $215.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of compound optical microscopes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for compound optical microscopes?
The HS code for compound optical microscopes is subheading 9011.80. 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 9011 page.
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