Surveying instruments (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported surveying instruments (other) worth $247.4 million (828 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $314.8 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 | $247.4M | 828 t |
| 2023 | $260.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $205.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $206.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $193.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $314.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $223.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $119.7M | 509 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports surveying instruments (other) from
Most of the value came from India (35%), United States (23%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+648% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $86.4M | 35% |
| United States | $57.7M | 23% |
| China | $29.9M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $16.1M | 6.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13.0M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 2.3% |
| Norway | $5.3M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $4.9M | 2% |
| France | $3.4M | 1.4% |
| Latvia | $3.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $298.72 per kg, 32% above the world average of $225.62. 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 instruments (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of surveying instruments (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $25.3 million in 2024 (167 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (16%), Saudi Arabia (10%), India (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.1M | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 9.7% |
| India | $2.3M | 9.1% |
| Qatar | $2.1M | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $1.9M | 7.5% |
| Australia | $1.8M | 7.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 6.4% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Hong Kong | $879K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates surveying instruments (other) imports (HS 9015.80): 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 9015.80: Surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported surveying instruments (other) worth $247.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 828 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 220 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($86.4 million), followed by the United States (23%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 648% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $298.72 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $225.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of surveying instruments (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $119.7 million in 2017 to $247.4 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. The peak was 2019 at $314.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $221.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export surveying instruments (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $25.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $222.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments (other)?
The HS code for surveying instruments (other) is subheading 9015.80. 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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