X-ray tubes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $10.0 million of x-ray tubes in 2024 (34 tonnes). That is 47% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $10.0M | 34 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 22 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 16 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 16 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 12 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 10 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 7 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports x-ray tubes from
Most of the value came from Germany (27%), United States (26%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+176% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.7M | 27% |
| United States | $2.5M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 12% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 10% |
| France | $551K | 5.5% |
| Japan | $437K | 4.4% |
| Bahrain | $390K | 3.9% |
| China | $260K | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $207K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $136K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $290.27 per kg, close to the world average of $352.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray tubes exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of x-ray tubes by the United Arab Emirates reached $285 thousand in 2024 (0 tonnes). Angola alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $151K | 53% |
| Nigeria | $39K | 14% |
| Uganda | $30K | 10% |
| Austria | $28K | 9.7% |
| Philippines | $15K | 5.4% |
| United States | $13K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $6K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates x-ray tubes imports (HS 9022.30): 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 9022.30: X-ray tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray tubes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported x-ray tubes worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray tubes to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by the United States (26%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 176% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $290.27 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $352.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of x-ray tubes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 239%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export x-ray tubes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $285 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Nigeria and Uganda. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray tubes?
The HS code for x-ray tubes is subheading 9022.30. 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 9022 page.
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