Rangefinders imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.3 million of rangefinders in 2024 (45 tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.8 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 | $5.3M | 45 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 51 t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 131 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 138 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 451 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 46 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 43 t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 22 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports rangefinders from
The largest suppliers were Germany (21%), China (18%), France (14%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 21% |
| China | $938K | 18% |
| France | $739K | 14% |
| Norway | $352K | 6.6% |
| Australia | $270K | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $263K | 5% |
| Malaysia | $244K | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $213K | 4% |
| United States | $152K | 2.9% |
| Finland | $131K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $117.56 per kg, 199% above the world average of $39.29. 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.
Rangefinders exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $428 thousand of rangefinders in 2024 (8 tonnes). Kuwait alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+736% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $382K | 89% |
| Finland | $16K | 3.8% |
| Angola | $14K | 3.2% |
| Norway | $4K | 1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4K | 0.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.6% |
| Georgia | $2K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates rangefinders imports (HS 9015.10): 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 9015.10: Rangefinders.
Common questions
What is the value of rangefinders imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported rangefinders worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply rangefinders to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (18%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 245% on the year.
What is the average import price of rangefinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $117.56 per kg in 2024, 199% above the world average of $39.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rangefinders to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export rangefinders?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $428 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Finland and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for rangefinders?
The HS code for rangefinders is subheading 9015.10. 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 9015 page.
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