Inorganic esters (other) imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain imported inorganic esters (other) worth $24.8 million (7.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $31.4 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 | $24.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 35 t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $24.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $25.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $28.9M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $13.9M | 4.3K t |
Where Bahrain imports inorganic esters (other) from
Singapore alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $13.1M | 53% |
| China | $6.9M | 28% |
| Switzerland | $4.3M | 17% |
| Germany | $511K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.47 per kg, 70% above the world average of $2.04. 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.
Inorganic esters (other) exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $521 thousand of inorganic esters (other) in 2024 (158 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $521K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain inorganic esters (other) imports (HS 2920.90): 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 2920.90: Esters: other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920.
Common questions
What is the value of inorganic esters (other) imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported inorganic esters (other) worth $24.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply inorganic esters (other) to Bahrain?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($13.1 million), followed by China (28%) and Switzerland (17%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average import price of inorganic esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.47 per kg in 2024, 70% above the world average of $2.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of inorganic esters (other) to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.9 million in 2017 to $24.8 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2022 at $31.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.4 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export inorganic esters (other)?
Yes. Bahrain exported $521 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $24.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for inorganic esters (other)?
The HS code for inorganic esters (other) is subheading 2920.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Bahrain. Tell us your product to see it live.
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