Magnetron tubes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported magnetron tubes worth $5.2 million (67 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.0 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 | $5.2M | 67 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 30 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 29 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 18 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 13 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 10 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 3 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 2 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports magnetron tubes from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (34%), China (23%), Japan (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+561% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 34% |
| China | $1.2M | 23% |
| Japan | $955K | 18% |
| Germany | $508K | 9.7% |
| Denmark | $205K | 3.9% |
| Greece | $137K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $120K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $68K | 1.3% |
| United States | $65K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $59K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $78.09 per kg, 160% above the world average of $30.00. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Magnetron tubes exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of magnetron tubes by the United Arab Emirates reached $575 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). India alone took 90% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $520K | 90% |
| Saudi Arabia | $25K | 4.3% |
| Kenya | $7K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $5K | 0.9% |
| Israel | $5K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $3K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $3K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
| Georgia | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates magnetron tubes imports (HS 8540.71): 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 8540.71: Tubes: microwave, magnetrons, excluding grid-controlled tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of magnetron tubes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported magnetron tubes worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnetron tubes to the United Arab Emirates?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (23%) and Japan (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 738% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnetron tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $78.09 per kg in 2024, 160% above the world average of $30.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of magnetron tubes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 337%. The peak was 2023 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export magnetron tubes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $575 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Saudi Arabia and Kenya. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnetron tubes?
The HS code for magnetron tubes is subheading 8540.71. 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 8540 page.
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