Objective lenses (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates: data and top buyer countries
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported objective lenses (other) worth $21.2 million (1 tonnes). That is 39% more 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21.2M | 1 t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 17 t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 39 t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 21 t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 20 t |
| 2019 | $22.0M | 47 t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 30 t |
| 2017 | $16.8M | 32 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports objective lenses (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $21.1M | 100% |
| Saudi Arabia | $35K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $20K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $18K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $7K | 0% |
| Georgia | $3K | 0% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0% |
| Paraguay | $2K | 0% |
Objective lenses (other) imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of objective lenses (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $14.3 million in 2024 (34 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $7.4M | 52% |
| Hong Kong | $3.0M | 21% |
| China | $2.3M | 16% |
| Germany | $852K | 5.9% |
| Sweden | $211K | 1.5% |
| United States | $178K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $87K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $80K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $48K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $38K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates objective lenses (other) exports (HS 9002.19): 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 9002.19: Lenses: objective, (other than for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers), mounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of objective lenses (other) exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported objective lenses (other) worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 115 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy objective lenses (other) from the United Arab Emirates?
Hong Kong was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($21.1 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (0%) and Mauritius (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
How have exports of objective lenses (other) from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.8 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2019 at $22.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import objective lenses (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $14.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Hong Kong and China. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for objective lenses (other)?
The HS code for objective lenses (other) is subheading 9002.19. 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 9002 page.
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