Light fixtures imports in Yemen: data, top suppliers and prices
Yemen imported $22.2 million of light fixtures in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $28.9 million.
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 | $22.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $27.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $26.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $28.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $20.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 1.5K t |
Where Yemen imports light fixtures from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.4M | 92% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $549K | 2.5% |
| Egypt | $124K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $81K | 0.4% |
| India | $41K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $17K | 0.1% |
| United States | $6K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9405
| 9405.40 | Lamps and light fittings: electric, n.e.c. in heading no. 9405 | 70% |
| 9405.10 | Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall light fittings: excluding those used for lighting public open spaces or thoroughfares | 21% |
| 9405.99 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of materials other than glass or plastics | 3.4% |
| 9405.50 | Lamps and light fittings: non-electric | 2.2% |
| 9405.20 | Lamps, electric: floor-standing or for table, desk or bedside | 1.2% |
| 9405.92 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of plastics | 1.1% |
| 9405.60 | Illuminated signs, name plates and the like | 0.3% |
| 9405.30 | Lighting sets: of a kind used for Christmas trees | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9405.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.10 per kg, 33% below the world average of $13.60, 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 Yemen?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 9405: Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of light fixtures imported by Yemen?
Yemen imported light fixtures worth $22.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 123rd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply light fixtures to Yemen?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($20.4 million), followed by Germany (5%) and Saudi Arabia (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average import price of light fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.10 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $13.60 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of light fixtures to Yemen changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $22.2 million in 2024, an increase of 162%. The peak was 2021 at $28.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for light fixtures?
The HS code for light fixtures is heading 9405. In Yemen the largest six-digit codes were 9405.40 (70% of the value) and 9405.10 (21%). It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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