Instant print cameras imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of instant print cameras by the United Arab Emirates reached $13.5 million in 2024 (216 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 38% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $21.8 million.
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 | $13.5M | 216 t |
| 2023 | $21.8M | 276 t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 142 t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 153 t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 130 t |
| 2019 | $11.5M | 128 t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 128 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 56 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports instant print cameras from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Thailand (17%), Hong Kong (16%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.0M | 37% |
| Thailand | $2.3M | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 16% |
| Philippines | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| India | $822K | 6.1% |
| United States | $717K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $630K | 4.7% |
| Australia | $171K | 1.3% |
| France | $138K | 1% |
| South Korea | $87K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $62.75 per kg, 31% below the world average of $90.98, 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.
Instant print cameras exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported instant print cameras worth $8.4 million (81 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+226% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $8.3M | 99% |
| Switzerland | $31K | 0.4% |
| United States | $18K | 0.2% |
| Maldives | $16K | 0.2% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0% |
| Israel | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates instant print cameras imports (HS 9006.40): 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 9006.40: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): instant print cameras.
Common questions
What is the value of instant print cameras imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported instant print cameras worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 216 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 167 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply instant print cameras to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Thailand (17%) and Hong Kong (16%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 416% on the year.
What is the average import price of instant print cameras per kg?
The average declared import value was about $62.75 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $90.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of instant print cameras to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. The peak was 2023 at $21.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export instant print cameras?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Switzerland and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for instant print cameras?
The HS code for instant print cameras is subheading 9006.40. 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 9006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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