Wafer testing instruments imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wafer testing instruments by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.7 million in 2024 (10 tonnes). That is 55% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $3.7M | 11 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $660K | 3 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 23 t |
| 2020 | $700K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $245K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $768K | 18 t |
| 2017 | $447K | 0 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports wafer testing instruments from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Hong Kong (16%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 49% |
| Hong Kong | $596K | 16% |
| Germany | $456K | 12% |
| India | $403K | 11% |
| Sweden | $147K | 4% |
| United States | $106K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $84K | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $35K | 0.9% |
| Hungary | $24K | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | $17K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $352.94 per kg, 50% below the world average of $699.41, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates wafer testing instruments imports (HS 9030.82): 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 9030.82: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices.
Common questions
What is the value of wafer testing instruments imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported wafer testing instruments worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 150 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply wafer testing instruments to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Hong Kong (16%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 590% on the year.
What is the average import price of wafer testing instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $352.94 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $699.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wafer testing instruments to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $447 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 730%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for wafer testing instruments?
The HS code for wafer testing instruments is subheading 9030.82. 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 9030 page.
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