Semiconductor equipment parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported semiconductor equipment parts worth $5.3 million (91 tonnes). That is 49% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.4 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 | 91 t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 593 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 56 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 443 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 157 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 100 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 305 t |
| 2017 | $821K | 27 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports semiconductor equipment parts from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Taiwan (13%), Singapore (12%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 38% |
| Taiwan | $699K | 13% |
| Singapore | $656K | 12% |
| Israel | $567K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $446K | 8.4% |
| Hong Kong | $183K | 3.4% |
| United States | $155K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $98K | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $97K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $83K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.65 per kg, 78% below the world average of $268.92, 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.
Semiconductor equipment parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported semiconductor equipment parts worth $336 thousand (10 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Singapore accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $195K | 58% |
| India | $29K | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 5.3% |
| Kuwait | $18K | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $16K | 4.7% |
| Bahrain | $12K | 3.7% |
| Senegal | $11K | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $11K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $5K | 1.6% |
| United States | $5K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates semiconductor equipment parts imports (HS 8486.90): 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 8486.90: Machines and apparatus of heading 8486: parts and accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductor equipment parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported semiconductor equipment parts worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 91 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 190 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductor equipment parts to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Taiwan (13%) and Singapore (12%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 860% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductor equipment parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.65 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $268.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semiconductor equipment parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $821 thousand in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 549%. The peak was 2023 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export semiconductor equipment parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $336 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, India and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductor equipment parts?
The HS code for semiconductor equipment parts is subheading 8486.90. 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 8486 page.
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