Computer systems imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of computer systems by Bahrain reached $3.9 million in 2024 (34 tonnes). Value rose 39% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.9M | 34 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 16 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 111 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 45 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 28 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 25 t |
Where Bahrain imports computer systems from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Norway (17%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 41% |
| Norway | $668K | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $404K | 10% |
| United States | $235K | 6.1% |
| Poland | $194K | 5% |
| Slovakia | $166K | 4.3% |
| Czech Republic | $108K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $86K | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $86K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $58K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $114.12 per kg, 32% below the world average of $167.68, 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.
Computer systems exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported computer systems worth $1.8 million (10 tonnes). Most of it went to Pakistan (20%), Nigeria (18%), United Arab Emirates (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $354K | 20% |
| Nigeria | $332K | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $220K | 12% |
| Kuwait | $216K | 12% |
| Senegal | $189K | 11% |
| Tunisia | $132K | 7.3% |
| Egypt | $77K | 4.3% |
| France | $77K | 4.3% |
| Hungary | $52K | 2.9% |
| Morocco | $52K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain computer systems imports (HS 8471.49): 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 8471.49: Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Common questions
What is the value of computer systems imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported computer systems worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34 tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer systems to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Norway (17%) and the United Kingdom (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $114.12 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $167.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of computer systems to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2019 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export computer systems?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer systems?
The HS code for computer systems is subheading 8471.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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