Chocolate preparations (other) imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chocolate preparations (other) by Bahrain reached $19.0 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $24.3 million.
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 | $19.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $22.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $17.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $17.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $22.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 3.7K t |
Where Bahrain imports chocolate preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (16%), Italy (15%), Netherlands (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.0M | 16% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 7.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| Poland | $940K | 5% |
| India | $906K | 4.8% |
| Malaysia | $737K | 3.9% |
| United States | $461K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.40 per kg, close to the world average of $6.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chocolate preparations (other) exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported chocolate preparations (other) worth $281 thousand (38 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (43%), United Arab Emirates (38%), Tanzania (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $122K | 43% |
| United Arab Emirates | $106K | 38% |
| Tanzania | $22K | 7.9% |
| Qatar | $9K | 3.3% |
| Oman | $6K | 2.2% |
| Kenya | $4K | 1.6% |
| Niger | $4K | 1.4% |
| India | $4K | 1.3% |
| Kuwait | $3K | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain chocolate preparations (other) imports (HS 1806.90): 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 1806.90: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: n.e.c. in chapter 18.
Common questions
What is the value of chocolate preparations (other) imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $19.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply chocolate preparations (other) to Bahrain?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Italy (15%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.40 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $6.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chocolate preparations (other) to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $19.0 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2017 at $24.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.1 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export chocolate preparations (other)?
Yes. Bahrain exported $281 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Tanzania. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $18.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for chocolate preparations (other)?
The HS code for chocolate preparations (other) is subheading 1806.90. 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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