Eyeglasses and goggles imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of eyeglasses and goggles by the United Arab Emirates reached $36.7 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 53% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $36.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $24.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $20.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.7M | 986 t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $21.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $19.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $20.2M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports eyeglasses and goggles from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), South Korea (17%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.5M | 45% |
| South Korea | $6.1M | 17% |
| United States | $4.7M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $3.0M | 8.3% |
| India | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $701K | 1.9% |
| Mauritius | $280K | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $248K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.56 per kg, 26% below the world average of $31.86, 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.
Eyeglasses and goggles exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported eyeglasses and goggles worth $3.4 million (233 tonnes). Most of it went to Israel (50%), Senegal (10%), Kuwait (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $1.7M | 50% |
| Senegal | $327K | 9.7% |
| Kuwait | $324K | 9.6% |
| Zambia | $309K | 9.1% |
| South Africa | $191K | 5.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $175K | 5.2% |
| Seychelles | $73K | 2.2% |
| Nigeria | $60K | 1.8% |
| Angola | $31K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $20K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates eyeglasses and goggles imports (HS 9004.90): 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 9004.90: Spectacles, goggles and the like: (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other.
Common questions
What is the value of eyeglasses and goggles imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported eyeglasses and goggles worth $36.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply eyeglasses and goggles to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($16.5 million), followed by South Korea (17%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 534% on the year.
What is the average import price of eyeglasses and goggles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.56 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $31.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of eyeglasses and goggles to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.2 million in 2017 to $36.7 million in 2024, an increase of 82%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export eyeglasses and goggles?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Senegal and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $33.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for eyeglasses and goggles?
The HS code for eyeglasses and goggles is subheading 9004.90. 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 9004 page.
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