Bulk chocolate imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bulk chocolate by Bahrain reached $9.4 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 77% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $9.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 866 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 685 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 726 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 800 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 777 t |
Where Bahrain imports bulk chocolate from
Most of the value came from Belgium (28%), United Arab Emirates (12%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+778% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.7M | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 11% |
| France | $955K | 10% |
| India | $511K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $445K | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $434K | 4.6% |
| Jordan | $363K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $227K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $226K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.76 per kg, 33% above the world average of $5.09. 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.
Bulk chocolate exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $322 thousand of bulk chocolate in 2024 (70 tonnes). Qatar alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+622% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $180K | 56% |
| United Arab Emirates | $104K | 32% |
| Saudi Arabia | $31K | 9.7% |
| Oman | $6K | 1.8% |
| Niger | $1K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain bulk chocolate imports (HS 1806.20): 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 1806.20: Chocolate & other food preparations containing cocoa: in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2kg or in liquid, paste, powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, content exceeding 2kg.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk chocolate imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported bulk chocolate worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply bulk chocolate to Bahrain?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (12%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 778% on the year.
What is the average import price of bulk chocolate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.76 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $5.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bulk chocolate to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export bulk chocolate?
Yes. Bahrain exported $322 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk chocolate?
The HS code for bulk chocolate is subheading 1806.20. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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