Industrial robots imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of industrial robots by the United Arab Emirates reached $25.6 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 41% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $25.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $18.1M | 455 t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 465 t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 406 t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 530 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 351 t |
| 2017 | $16.2M | 209 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports industrial robots from
Most of the value came from China (41%), United States (17%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+626% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.4M | 41% |
| United States | $4.4M | 17% |
| India | $4.0M | 16% |
| Chile | $1.0M | 3.9% |
| France | $586K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $567K | 2.2% |
| Israel | $487K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $481K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $474K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $462K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.70 per kg, 42% below the world average of $28.82, 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.
Industrial robots exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of industrial robots by the United Arab Emirates reached $570 thousand in 2024 (15 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (23%), Seychelles (20%), Netherlands (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $130K | 23% |
| Seychelles | $115K | 20% |
| Netherlands | $87K | 15% |
| United States | $68K | 12% |
| Turkey | $42K | 7.3% |
| Italy | $28K | 4.9% |
| France | $27K | 4.8% |
| Georgia | $23K | 4% |
| Singapore | $16K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $14K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates industrial robots imports (HS 8479.50): 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 8479.50: Machinery and mechanical appliances: industrial robots, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial robots imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported industrial robots worth $25.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial robots to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($10.4 million), followed by the United States (17%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 626% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial robots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.70 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $28.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial robots to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.2 million in 2017 to $25.6 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export industrial robots?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $570 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the Seychelles and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial robots?
The HS code for industrial robots is subheading 8479.50. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8479 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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