Optical instrument parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported optical instrument parts worth $29.3 million (34 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 249% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $44.7 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 | $29.3M | 34 t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 50 t |
| 2022 | $44.7M | 68 t |
| 2021 | $11.2M | 66 t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 69 t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 173 t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 141 t |
| 2017 | $29.1M | 58 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports optical instrument parts from
One supplier dominates: Israel accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $17.0M | 58% |
| United States | $5.2M | 18% |
| Greece | $2.4M | 8.3% |
| France | $1.5M | 5% |
| Germany | $578K | 2% |
| China | $516K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $491K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $412K | 1.4% |
| Sweden | $237K | 0.8% |
| Kuwait | $180K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $864.02 per kg, 249% above the world average of $247.29. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Optical instrument parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of optical instrument parts by the United Arab Emirates reached $462 thousand in 2024 (7 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $303K | 66% |
| Singapore | $123K | 27% |
| United States | $27K | 5.8% |
| Greece | $2K | 0.5% |
| China | $2K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates optical instrument parts imports (HS 9013.90): 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 9013.90: Optical appliances and instruments: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9013.
Common questions
What is the value of optical instrument parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported optical instrument parts worth $29.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 185 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 249% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical instrument parts to the United Arab Emirates?
Israel was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($17.0 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Greece (8%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 576% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $864.02 per kg in 2024, 249% above the world average of $247.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of optical instrument parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.1 million in 2017 to $29.3 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $44.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export optical instrument parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $462 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $28.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical instrument parts?
The HS code for optical instrument parts is subheading 9013.90. 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 9013 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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