Prosthetics (non-joint) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $52.9 million of prosthetics (non-joint) in 2024 (79 tonnes). Value rose 114% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $52.9M | 79 t |
| 2023 | $24.7M | 43 t |
| 2022 | $25.0M | 48 t |
| 2021 | $22.6M | 38 t |
| 2020 | $15.7M | 33 t |
| 2019 | $18.9M | 32 t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 38 t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 44 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports prosthetics (non-joint) from
Netherlands alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+937% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $27.3M | 52% |
| Belgium | $8.2M | 16% |
| United States | $5.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 3.9% |
| France | $1.7M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| India | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Bulgaria | $906K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $790K | 1.5% |
| China | $715K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $670.63 per kg, 30% below the world average of $960.31, 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.
Prosthetics (non-joint) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $647 thousand (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+864% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $367K | 57% |
| Belgium | $74K | 11% |
| Uzbekistan | $69K | 11% |
| Kenya | $32K | 4.9% |
| Austria | $28K | 4.3% |
| Pakistan | $23K | 3.5% |
| Togo | $21K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $17K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $6K | 0.9% |
| Zambia | $5K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates prosthetics (non-joint) imports (HS 9021.39): 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 9021.39: Artificial parts of the body: excluding artificial joints.
Common questions
What is the value of prosthetics (non-joint) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported prosthetics (non-joint) worth $52.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 79 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 114% on 2023.
Which countries supply prosthetics (non-joint) to the United Arab Emirates?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($27.3 million), followed by Belgium (16%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 937% on the year.
What is the average import price of prosthetics (non-joint) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $670.63 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $960.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prosthetics (non-joint) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $52.9 million in 2024, an increase of 213%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $24.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export prosthetics (non-joint)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $647 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Belgium and Uzbekistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $52.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for prosthetics (non-joint)?
The HS code for prosthetics (non-joint) is subheading 9021.39. 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 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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