Alkali metals (other) imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of alkali metals (other) by Bahrain reached $2.9 million in 2024 (316 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 152% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 150% 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 | $2.9M | 316 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 145 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 273 t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 552 t |
| 2020 | $1K | - |
| 2019 | $0K | - |
| 2018 | $5K | 6 t |
| 2017 | $5K | 0 t |
Where Bahrain imports alkali metals (other) from
China alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 100% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.20 per kg, 70% below the world average of $30.74, 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 Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain alkali metals (other) imports (HS 2805.19): 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 2805.19: Alkali or alkali-earth metals: other than sodium and calcium.
Common questions
What is the value of alkali metals (other) imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported alkali metals (other) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 316 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 132 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 152% on 2023.
Which countries supply alkali metals (other) to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by India (0%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of alkali metals (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.20 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $30.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alkali metals (other) to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkali metals (other)?
The HS code for alkali metals (other) is subheading 2805.19. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2805 page.
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