Surveying instrument parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $200.7 million of surveying instrument parts in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 212 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 28% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $368.8 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 | $200.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $277.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $232.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $195.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $221.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $368.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $234.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $69.0M | 753 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports surveying instrument parts from
The largest suppliers were United States (29%), China (17%), Saudi Arabia (15%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+559% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $58.9M | 29% |
| China | $34.0M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $30.3M | 15% |
| Romania | $14.7M | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $13.9M | 6.9% |
| Singapore | $12.2M | 6.1% |
| Japan | $6.9M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 3.4% |
| India | $5.7M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $181.75 per kg, 63% above the world average of $111.72. 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.
Surveying instrument parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $19.4 million of surveying instrument parts in 2024 (135 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to China (22%), Saudi Arabia (14%), Singapore (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+276% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.3M | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.7M | 14% |
| Singapore | $1.8M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 7.9% |
| United States | $1.4M | 7.4% |
| India | $1.3M | 6.9% |
| Romania | $987K | 5.1% |
| Malaysia | $799K | 4.1% |
| Hong Kong | $633K | 3.3% |
| Angola | $593K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates surveying instrument parts imports (HS 9015.90): 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 9015.90: Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instrument parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported surveying instrument parts worth $200.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instrument parts to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($58.9 million), followed by China (17%) and Saudi Arabia (15%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 559% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $181.75 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $111.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instrument parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $69.0 million in 2017 to $200.7 million in 2024, an increase of 191%. The peak was 2019 at $368.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $224.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export surveying instrument parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $19.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Saudi Arabia and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $181.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instrument parts?
The HS code for surveying instrument parts is subheading 9015.90. 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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