Film projector parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported film projector parts worth $3.5 million (588 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 165 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $3.5M | 588 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 119 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 67 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 94 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 60 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 82 t |
| 2017 | $960K | 5 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports film projector parts from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (46%), China (19%), Saudi Arabia (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 46% |
| China | $666K | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $546K | 16% |
| United States | $376K | 11% |
| Spain | $120K | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $100K | 2.9% |
| Australia | $49K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $31K | 0.9% |
| Bahrain | $5K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.94 per kg, 91% below the world average of $65.87, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates film projector parts imports (HS 9007.92): 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 9007.92: Projectors, cinematographic: parts and accessories, whether or not incorporating sound reproducing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of film projector parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported film projector parts worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 588 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 165 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply film projector parts to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by China (19%) and Saudi Arabia (16%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of film projector parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.94 per kg in 2024, 91% below the world average of $65.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of film projector parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $960 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 264%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for film projector parts?
The HS code for film projector parts is subheading 9007.92. 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 9007 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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