Microtomes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $84.4 million of microtomes in 2024 (505 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 13% less than in 2023. 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 | $84.4M | 505 t |
| 2023 | $97.5M | 628 t |
| 2022 | $77.9M | 531 t |
| 2021 | $69.9M | 590 t |
| 2020 | $62.6M | 435 t |
| 2019 | $65.2M | 414 t |
| 2018 | $63.0M | 409 t |
| 2017 | $52.4M | 366 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports microtomes from
Most of the value came from United States (14%), Germany (12%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 36%. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $12.0M | 14% |
| Germany | $10.3M | 12% |
| China | $8.0M | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $7.3M | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $6.9M | 8.2% |
| Singapore | $4.8M | 5.7% |
| Denmark | $4.4M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 3.6% |
| Austria | $3.0M | 3.5% |
| France | $2.8M | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $167.05 per kg, close to the world average of $158.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Microtomes exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of microtomes by the United Arab Emirates reached $6.1 million in 2024 (30 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (40%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Singapore (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $952K | 16% |
| Singapore | $645K | 11% |
| Zambia | $431K | 7.1% |
| India | $334K | 5.5% |
| Egypt | $259K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $95K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $76K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $68K | 1.1% |
| Greece | $62K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported microtomes worth $84.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 505 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 14% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by Germany (12%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $167.05 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $158.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of microtomes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.4 million in 2017 to $84.4 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. The peak was 2023 at $97.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export microtomes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $78.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. 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 9027 page.
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