Illuminated sign imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $2.4 million of illuminated sign in 2024 (117 tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $2.4M | 117 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 100 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 68 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 86 t |
| 2020 | $666K | 51 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 110 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 143 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 52 t |
Where Bahrain imports illuminated sign from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 50% of it. Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+339% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 50% |
| China | $333K | 14% |
| Belgium | $183K | 7.6% |
| Sweden | $135K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $87K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $68K | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $55K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $46K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $42K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $37K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.57 per kg, close to the world average of $20.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Illuminated sign exports from Bahrain
Exports of illuminated sign by Bahrain reached $414 thousand in 2024 (36 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $403K | 98% |
| South Korea | $6K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain illuminated sign imports (HS 9405.60): 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 9405.60: Illuminated signs, name plates and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of illuminated sign imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported illuminated sign worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 117 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply illuminated sign to Bahrain?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (14%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of illuminated sign per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.57 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $20.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of illuminated sign to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2023 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export illuminated sign?
Yes. Bahrain exported $414 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Hong Kong. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for illuminated sign?
The HS code for illuminated sign is subheading 9405.60. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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