Body parts and accessories imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of body parts and accessories by Bahrain reached $65.5 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $65.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $69.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $63.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $53.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 725 t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 705 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 585 t |
Where Bahrain imports body parts and accessories from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 66% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $43.2M | 66% |
| Thailand | $6.2M | 9.5% |
| China | $3.7M | 5.7% |
| United States | $2.5M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 2% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 2% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Indonesia | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $633K | 1% |
| South Korea | $572K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.77 per kg, 144% above the world average of $9.33. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Body parts and accessories exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $46.5 million of body parts and accessories in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+489% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $25.1M | 54% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.3M | 18% |
| Singapore | $7.6M | 16% |
| China | $2.6M | 5.5% |
| Malaysia | $711K | 1.5% |
| Tanzania | $476K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $444K | 1% |
| United States | $354K | 0.8% |
| Iraq | $265K | 0.6% |
| Bangladesh | $176K | 0.4% |
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 8708.29: Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts.
Common questions
What is the value of body parts and accessories imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported body parts and accessories worth $65.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply body parts and accessories to Bahrain?
Japan was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($43.2 million), followed by Thailand (10%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average import price of body parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.77 per kg in 2024, 144% above the world average of $9.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of body parts and accessories to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $65.5 million in 2024, an increase of 565%. The peak was 2023 at $69.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.2 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export body parts and accessories?
Yes. Bahrain exported $46.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Singapore. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $19.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for body parts and accessories?
The HS code for body parts and accessories is subheading 8708.29. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
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