Photographic enlargers imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported photographic enlargers worth $3.0 million (143 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 65% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $3.0M | 143 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 77 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 46 t |
| 2021 | $934K | 50 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 36 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 10 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports photographic enlargers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 84% |
| United Kingdom | $150K | 5% |
| Turkey | $82K | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $65K | 2.2% |
| United States | $60K | 2% |
| India | $28K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $22K | 0.7% |
| Slovakia | $19K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $18K | 0.6% |
| France | $14K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.02 per kg, close to the world average of $22.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Photographic enlargers exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $445 thousand of photographic enlargers in 2024 (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 94% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $419K | 94% |
| Kuwait | $13K | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8K | 1.8% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 0.8% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $1K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates photographic enlargers imports (HS 9008.50): 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 9008.50: Image projectors, photographic enlargers and reducers, excluding cinematographic.
Common questions
What is the value of photographic enlargers imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported photographic enlargers worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 143 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 190 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 65% on 2023.
Which countries supply photographic enlargers to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (5%) and Turkey (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 397% on the year.
What is the average import price of photographic enlargers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.02 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $22.03 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of photographic enlargers to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 186%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export photographic enlargers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $445 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for photographic enlargers?
The HS code for photographic enlargers is subheading 9008.50. 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 9008 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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