Acrylic solvent paint imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $7.5 million of acrylic solvent paint in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 96% on 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 | $7.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 539 t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 937 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 918 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 785 t |
Where Bahrain imports acrylic solvent paint from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (18%), Saudi Arabia (17%), United Arab Emirates (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 17% |
| United Arab Emirates | $843K | 11% |
| Hungary | $793K | 11% |
| Germany | $526K | 7% |
| Netherlands | $473K | 6.3% |
| France | $346K | 4.6% |
| China | $336K | 4.5% |
| Egypt | $285K | 3.8% |
| Austria | $183K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.56 per kg, 42% below the world average of $6.18, 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.
Acrylic solvent paint exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported acrylic solvent paint worth $317 thousand (23 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 98% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $310K | 98% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
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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 3208.20: Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic solvent paint imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported acrylic solvent paint worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 96% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic solvent paint to Bahrain?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (17%) and the United Arab Emirates (11%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 622% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.56 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $6.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic solvent paint to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export acrylic solvent paint?
Yes. Bahrain exported $317 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic solvent paint?
The HS code for acrylic solvent paint is subheading 3208.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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