UV and infrared therapy apparatus imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus by the United Arab Emirates reached $16.3 million in 2024 (64 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 29% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $16.3M | 64 t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 85 t |
| 2022 | $17.5M | 135 t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 85 t |
| 2020 | $9.5M | 126 t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 125 t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 92 t |
| 2017 | $13.9M | 89 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports uv and infrared therapy apparatus from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+934% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $8.6M | 53% |
| United States | $3.2M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 10% |
| Denmark | $710K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $705K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $313K | 1.9% |
| China | $285K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $166K | 1% |
| Brazil | $137K | 0.8% |
| France | $112K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $256.98 per kg, 78% above the world average of $144.64. 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.
UV and infrared therapy apparatus exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus by the United Arab Emirates reached $320 thousand in 2024 (3 tonnes). Italy alone took 92% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $293K | 92% |
| Australia | $10K | 3% |
| Denmark | $9K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.5% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
| Seychelles | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates uv and infrared therapy apparatus imports (HS 9018.20): 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 9018.20: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of uv and infrared therapy apparatus imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $16.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 188 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply uv and infrared therapy apparatus to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by the United States (19%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 934% on the year.
What is the average import price of uv and infrared therapy apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $256.98 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $144.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.9 million in 2017 to $16.3 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $17.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $320 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Australia and Denmark. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $16.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus is subheading 9018.20. 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 9018 page.
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