Test benches imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of test benches by the United Arab Emirates reached $18.8 million in 2024 (418 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 63% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $18.8M | 418 t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 359 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 312 t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 312 t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 235 t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 334 t |
| 2018 | $18.4M | 454 t |
| 2017 | $9.8M | 325 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports test benches from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), Ukraine (27%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 33% |
| Ukraine | $5.1M | 27% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 8.5% |
| Austria | $726K | 3.9% |
| United States | $548K | 2.9% |
| India | $543K | 2.9% |
| France | $508K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $452K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $328K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $44.98 per kg, close to the world average of $39.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Test benches exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of test benches by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.3 million in 2024 (63 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 75% |
| Niger | $182K | 5.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $163K | 5% |
| Nigeria | $133K | 4.1% |
| France | $80K | 2.5% |
| Romania | $68K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $50K | 1.6% |
| Israel | $50K | 1.5% |
| Kazakhstan | $48K | 1.5% |
| Bulgaria | $26K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates test benches imports (HS 9031.20): 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 9031.20: Test benches.
Common questions
What is the value of test benches imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported test benches worth $18.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 418 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 186 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply test benches to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Ukraine (27%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 202% on the year.
What is the average import price of test benches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $44.98 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $39.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of test benches to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.8 million in 2017 to $18.8 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export test benches?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Niger and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for test benches?
The HS code for test benches is subheading 9031.20. 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 9031 page.
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