Industrial X-ray equipment imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $42.2 million of industrial x-ray equipment in 2024 (462 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $42.2M | 462 t |
| 2023 | $41.8M | 907 t |
| 2022 | $45.7M | 661 t |
| 2021 | $26.5M | 443 t |
| 2020 | $29.4M | 298 t |
| 2019 | $30.1M | 268 t |
| 2018 | $28.0M | 259 t |
| 2017 | $34.5M | 380 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports industrial x-ray equipment from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), United States (16%), Malaysia (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+815% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.4M | 44% |
| United States | $6.9M | 17% |
| Malaysia | $5.5M | 13% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 8.4% |
| Belgium | $549K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $447K | 1.1% |
| Ukraine | $305K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $217K | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | $215K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $91.41 per kg, close to the world average of $93.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Industrial X-ray equipment exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of industrial x-ray equipment by the United Arab Emirates reached $870 thousand in 2024 (460 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Montserrat (28%), United States (23%), Belgium (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Montserrat | $242K | 28% |
| United States | $196K | 23% |
| Belgium | $130K | 15% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 9.9% |
| Austria | $77K | 8.8% |
| Thailand | $36K | 4.2% |
| Nigeria | $31K | 3.6% |
| Malta | $24K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $22K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $10K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates industrial x-ray equipment imports (HS 9022.19): 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 9022.19: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays, including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus: for other than medical, surgical, dental or veterinary uses.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial x-ray equipment imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported industrial x-ray equipment worth $42.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 462 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial x-ray equipment to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Malaysia (13%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 815% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial x-ray equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $91.41 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $93.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial x-ray equipment to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.5 million in 2017 to $42.2 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $45.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export industrial x-ray equipment?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $870 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Montserrat, the United States and Belgium. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $41.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial x-ray equipment?
The HS code for industrial x-ray equipment is subheading 9022.19. 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 9022 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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