Printing machinery parts (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $366.2 million of printing machinery parts (other) in 2024 (10.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 45% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $761.9 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 | $366.2M | 10.7K t |
| 2023 | $665.7M | 14.8K t |
| 2022 | $616.2M | 13.8K t |
| 2021 | $611.6M | 13.4K t |
| 2020 | $528.3M | 12.7K t |
| 2019 | $682.4M | 15.8K t |
| 2018 | $761.9M | 16.6K t |
| 2017 | $350.6M | 10.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports printing machinery parts (other) from
Most of the value came from Japan (30%), Germany (17%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+358% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $111.5M | 30% |
| Germany | $61.9M | 17% |
| China | $59.2M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $57.8M | 16% |
| Singapore | $15.0M | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $7.0M | 1.9% |
| United States | $6.4M | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $4.9M | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $4.5M | 1.2% |
| Denmark | $4.2M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.33 per kg, 26% below the world average of $46.40, 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.
Printing machinery parts (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $37.1 million of printing machinery parts (other) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (38%), Hong Kong (15%), Kuwait (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+815% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $14.0M | 38% |
| Hong Kong | $5.4M | 15% |
| Kuwait | $3.6M | 9.6% |
| United States | $3.5M | 9.3% |
| Lithuania | $2.5M | 6.7% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $835K | 2.3% |
| Mozambique | $725K | 2% |
| Kenya | $618K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $498K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates printing machinery parts (other) imports (HS 8443.99): 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 8443.99: Printing machinery: parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91.
Common questions
What is the value of printing machinery parts (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported printing machinery parts (other) worth $366.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing machinery parts (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($111.5 million), followed by Germany (17%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 766% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing machinery parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.33 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $46.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing machinery parts (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $350.6 million in 2017 to $366.2 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $761.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $572.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export printing machinery parts (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $37.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Hong Kong and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $329.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing machinery parts (other)?
The HS code for printing machinery parts (other) is subheading 8443.99. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8443 page.
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