Medical X-ray machines imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $37.1 million of medical x-ray machines in 2024 (418 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $59.2 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 | $37.1M | 418 t |
| 2023 | $32.2M | 401 t |
| 2022 | $47.5M | 608 t |
| 2021 | $43.1M | 521 t |
| 2020 | $51.1M | 611 t |
| 2019 | $48.0M | 744 t |
| 2018 | $59.2M | 743 t |
| 2017 | $40.4M | 418 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports medical x-ray machines from
Most of the value came from Germany (14%), China (14%), France (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.2M | 14% |
| China | $5.2M | 14% |
| France | $5.1M | 14% |
| Japan | $4.7M | 13% |
| South Korea | $4.7M | 13% |
| Hong Kong | $3.1M | 8.3% |
| United States | $2.1M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $88.75 per kg, close to the world average of $95.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medical X-ray machines exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported medical x-ray machines worth $1.2 million (18 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (37%), Israel (35%), India (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates medical x-ray machines imports (HS 9022.14): 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 9022.14: Apparatus based on the use of x-rays: including radiography or radiotherapy apparatus, for medical, surgical or veterinary uses, not dental uses, excluding computed tomography apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of medical x-ray machines imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported medical x-ray machines worth $37.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 418 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply medical x-ray machines to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 14% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by China (14%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 436% on the year.
What is the average import price of medical x-ray machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $88.75 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $95.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medical x-ray machines to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.4 million in 2017 to $37.1 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2018 at $59.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export medical x-ray machines?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Israel and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $35.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for medical x-ray machines?
The HS code for medical x-ray machines is subheading 9022.14. 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?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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