CT scanners imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported ct scanners worth $38.6 million (512 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $52.0 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 | $38.6M | 512 t |
| 2023 | $40.9M | 519 t |
| 2022 | $52.0M | 470 t |
| 2021 | $34.1M | 330 t |
| 2020 | $37.9M | 564 t |
| 2019 | $25.0M | 295 t |
| 2018 | $38.5M | 397 t |
| 2017 | $36.7M | 272 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports ct scanners from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.7M | 54% |
| Japan | $5.6M | 15% |
| United States | $5.5M | 14% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 9.5% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $640K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $387K | 1% |
| Denmark | $350K | 0.9% |
| India | $111K | 0.3% |
| France | $70K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $75.32 per kg, 30% below the world average of $107.06, 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.
CT scanners exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported ct scanners worth $542 thousand (15 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (26%), Germany (13%), India (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $141K | 26% |
| Germany | $72K | 13% |
| India | $70K | 13% |
| Georgia | $66K | 12% |
| Angola | $63K | 12% |
| Zambia | $40K | 7.5% |
| Nigeria | $36K | 6.7% |
| Italy | $33K | 6.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $14K | 2.6% |
| Pakistan | $6K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates ct scanners imports (HS 9022.12): 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 9022.12: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, whether or not for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses, computed tomography apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of ct scanners imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported ct scanners worth $38.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 512 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 178 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply ct scanners to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($20.7 million), followed by Japan (14%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average import price of ct scanners per kg?
The average declared import value was about $75.32 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $107.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ct scanners to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.7 million in 2017 to $38.6 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $52.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export ct scanners?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $542 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Germany and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $38.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ct scanners?
The HS code for ct scanners is subheading 9022.12. 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 9022 page.
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