Integrated circuit parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $23.4 million of integrated circuit parts in 2024 (186 tonnes). Value rose 154% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $23.4M | 186 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 113 t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 94 t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 38 t |
| 2020 | $8.0M | 122 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 130 t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 62 t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 24 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports integrated circuit parts from
Most of the value came from South Korea (39%), China (9%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+574% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $9.2M | 39% |
| China | $2.2M | 9.3% |
| India | $2.1M | 9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.8M | 7.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 7.5% |
| Hong Kong | $1.5M | 6.6% |
| United States | $1.0M | 4.3% |
| Israel | $999K | 4.3% |
| Bahrain | $618K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $565K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $126.11 per kg, 45% below the world average of $227.57, 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.
Integrated circuit parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of integrated circuit parts by the United Arab Emirates reached $657 thousand in 2024 (18 tonnes). Most of it went to Philippines (35%), Kyrgyzstan (23%), Hong Kong (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+856% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $231K | 35% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $153K | 23% |
| Hong Kong | $146K | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $61K | 9.3% |
| India | $33K | 5% |
| Zambia | $7K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $5K | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $4K | 0.5% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates integrated circuit parts imports (HS 8542.90): 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 8542.90: Parts of electronic integrated circuits.
Common questions
What is the value of integrated circuit parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported integrated circuit parts worth $23.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 186 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 154% on 2023.
Which countries supply integrated circuit parts to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by China (9%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 574% on the year.
What is the average import price of integrated circuit parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $126.11 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $227.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of integrated circuit parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $23.4 million in 2024, an increase of 443%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export integrated circuit parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $657 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Philippines, Kyrgyzstan and Hong Kong. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $22.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for integrated circuit parts?
The HS code for integrated circuit parts is subheading 8542.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8542 page.
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