Electrodiagnostic equipment imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrodiagnostic equipment by the United Arab Emirates reached $120.0 million in 2024 (433 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $120.0M | 433 t |
| 2023 | $105.6M | 640 t |
| 2022 | $94.6M | 871 t |
| 2021 | $86.2M | 787 t |
| 2020 | $116.2M | 777 t |
| 2019 | $72.3M | 668 t |
| 2018 | $75.6M | 599 t |
| 2017 | $62.6M | 331 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports electrodiagnostic equipment from
Most of the value came from Germany (28%), United States (23%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+667% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $33.9M | 28% |
| United States | $28.1M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $18.2M | 15% |
| Japan | $11.3M | 9.4% |
| China | $6.8M | 5.6% |
| Finland | $3.0M | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $2.9M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $1.9M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 1.4% |
| Austria | $1.6M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $277.50 per kg, close to the world average of $271.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electrodiagnostic equipment exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $5.0 million of electrodiagnostic equipment in 2024 (29 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Georgia (36%), Saudi Arabia (21%), Malawi (14%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $1.8M | 36% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 21% |
| Malawi | $729K | 15% |
| Pakistan | $388K | 7.7% |
| Seychelles | $131K | 2.6% |
| Zambia | $113K | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $112K | 2.2% |
| France | $82K | 1.6% |
| India | $78K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $64K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates electrodiagnostic equipment imports (HS 9018.19): 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 9018.19: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters), n.e.c. in item no. 9018.1.
Common questions
What is the value of electrodiagnostic equipment imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported electrodiagnostic equipment worth $120.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 433 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrodiagnostic equipment to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($33.9 million), followed by the United States (23%) and the Netherlands (15%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 667% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrodiagnostic equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $277.50 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $271.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrodiagnostic equipment to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.6 million in 2017 to $120.0 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $91.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export electrodiagnostic equipment?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Saudi Arabia and Malawi. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $115.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrodiagnostic equipment?
The HS code for electrodiagnostic equipment is subheading 9018.19. 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?
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