Non-metal testing machines imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-metal testing machines by the United Arab Emirates reached $11.1 million in 2024 (234 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 4% on 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 | $11.1M | 234 t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 223 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 147 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 169 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 120 t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 271 t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 221 t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 210 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports non-metal testing machines from
The largest suppliers were China (20%), Italy (17%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+488% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 20% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 18% |
| United States | $1.8M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 12% |
| India | $1.3M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 11% |
| Switzerland | $268K | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $179K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $149K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $122K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.41 per kg, 36% below the world average of $73.56, 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.
Non-metal testing machines exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of non-metal testing machines by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.1 million in 2024 (18 tonnes). Nigeria alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $589K | 53% |
| Tanzania | $145K | 13% |
| Kazakhstan | $143K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $106K | 9.6% |
| Sweden | $18K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $17K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $12K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $11K | 1% |
| India | $9K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates non-metal testing machines imports (HS 9024.80): 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 9024.80: Machines and appliances: for testing the hardness, strength, compressibility, elasticity or other mechanical properties of materials other than metals.
Common questions
What is the value of non-metal testing machines imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported non-metal testing machines worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 234 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-metal testing machines to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Italy (17%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 488% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-metal testing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.41 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $73.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-metal testing machines to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export non-metal testing machines?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Tanzania and Kazakhstan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-metal testing machines?
The HS code for non-metal testing machines is subheading 9024.80. 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 9024 page.
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