Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) by Bahrain reached $8.7 million in 2024 (640 tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $17.2 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 | $8.7M | 640 t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 202 t |
| 2022 | $14.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $15.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 549 t |
| 2018 | $17.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $11.0M | 627 t |
Where Bahrain imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), United Kingdom (22%), Italy (14%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+962% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.2M | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 22% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 14% |
| China | $697K | 8% |
| India | $440K | 5.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $437K | 5% |
| United States | $228K | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $186K | 2.1% |
| Bulgaria | $184K | 2.1% |
| France | $159K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.59 per kg, 62% below the world average of $35.57, 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.
Electrical switching apparatus (other) exports from Bahrain
Exports of electrical switching apparatus (other) by Bahrain reached $1.2 million in 2024 (25 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $632K | 51% |
| United Arab Emirates | $204K | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $176K | 14% |
| Nigeria | $46K | 3.7% |
| China | $32K | 2.6% |
| Morocco | $26K | 2.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $19K | 1.6% |
| Oman | $19K | 1.6% |
| DR Congo | $14K | 1.1% |
| Algeria | $13K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 640 tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Bahrain?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (22%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 962% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.59 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.0 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2018 at $17.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
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