Optical elements (other mounted) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $21.5 million of optical elements (other mounted) in 2024 (863 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 115% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $64.9 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 | $21.5M | 863 t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 121 t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 507 t |
| 2021 | $52.7M | 30.0K t |
| 2020 | $64.9M | 46.2K t |
| 2019 | $30.6M | 18.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 76 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 48 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports optical elements (other mounted) from
One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+753% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $13.3M | 62% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 9.5% |
| United States | $1.4M | 6.4% |
| China | $1.1M | 5% |
| India | $991K | 4.6% |
| Germany | $843K | 3.9% |
| Sweden | $527K | 2.5% |
| Australia | $481K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $139K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.94 per kg, 92% below the world average of $305.51, 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.
Optical elements (other mounted) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $297 thousand of optical elements (other mounted) in 2024 (4 tonnes). Switzerland alone took 50% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+589% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $150K | 50% |
| India | $53K | 18% |
| Germany | $29K | 9.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $15K | 4.9% |
| Georgia | $13K | 4.5% |
| France | $8K | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $8K | 2.7% |
| United States | $6K | 2.1% |
| Pakistan | $4K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates optical elements (other mounted) imports (HS 9002.90): 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 9002.90: Optical elements: n.e.c. in heading no. 9002 (e.g. prisms and mirrors), mounted, being parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of optical elements (other mounted) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported optical elements (other mounted) worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 863 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 115% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical elements (other mounted) to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by Spain (9%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 816% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical elements (other mounted) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.94 per kg in 2024, 92% below the world average of $305.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical elements (other mounted) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, an increase of 598%. The peak was 2020 at $64.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export optical elements (other mounted)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $297 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, India and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $21.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical elements (other mounted)?
The HS code for optical elements (other mounted) is subheading 9002.90. 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 9002 page.
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