Testing machine parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of testing machine parts by the United Arab Emirates reached $7.9 million in 2024 (68 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 52% 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 | $7.9M | 68 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 83 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 70 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 89 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 58 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 142 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 133 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 89 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports testing machine parts from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (18%), United States (13%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 18% |
| United States | $1.0M | 13% |
| Germany | $909K | 12% |
| Switzerland | $897K | 11% |
| Kuwait | $818K | 10% |
| Austria | $781K | 9.9% |
| Netherlands | $490K | 6.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $360K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $329K | 4.2% |
| India | $309K | 3.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $117.01 per kg, 35% above the world average of $86.73. 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.
Testing machine parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported testing machine parts worth $224 thousand (7 tonnes). Most of it went to Austria (34%), Netherlands (12%), Italy (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $77K | 34% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 12% |
| Italy | $26K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $22K | 9.6% |
| United States | $15K | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 6% |
| Tunisia | $10K | 4.3% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 4.2% |
| India | $6K | 2.8% |
| Mozambique | $5K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates testing machine parts imports (HS 9024.90): 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 9024.90: Machines and appliances: parts and accessories for those testing hardness, strength, compressibility, elasticity or other mechanical properties of materials (e.g. metal, wood, textiles, paper, plastics).
Common questions
What is the value of testing machine parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported testing machine parts worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 191 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply testing machine parts to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United States (13%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 905% on the year.
What is the average import price of testing machine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $117.01 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $86.73 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of testing machine parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export testing machine parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $224 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, the Netherlands and Italy. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for testing machine parts?
The HS code for testing machine parts is subheading 9024.90. 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 9024 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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