Alumina-silica refractory ceramics imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $3.8 million of alumina-silica refractory ceramics in 2024 (717 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $3.8M | 717 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 546 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 770 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 793 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 519 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 514 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 420 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 340 t |
Where Bahrain imports alumina-silica refractory ceramics from
Most of the value came from Czech Republic (36%), Germany (24%), India (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $1.3M | 36% |
| Germany | $905K | 24% |
| India | $688K | 18% |
| United States | $209K | 5.6% |
| Spain | $159K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $154K | 4.1% |
| China | $79K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $71K | 1.9% |
| Romania | $61K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $49K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.23 per kg, close to the world average of $5.18.
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 alumina-silica refractory ceramics imports (HS 6903.20): 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 6903.20: Refractory ceramic goods: containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths.
Common questions
What is the value of alumina-silica refractory ceramics imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported alumina-silica refractory ceramics worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 717 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 177 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply alumina-silica refractory ceramics to Bahrain?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Germany (24%) and India (18%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 314% on the year.
What is the average import price of alumina-silica refractory ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.23 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alumina-silica refractory ceramics to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. The peak was 2023 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
The HS code for alumina-silica refractory ceramics is subheading 6903.20. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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