Lift and escalator parts imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain imported lift and escalator parts worth $2.4 million (361 tonnes). That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.5 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 | $2.4M | 361 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 140 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 688 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 736 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 536 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.3K t |
Where Bahrain imports lift and escalator parts from
The largest suppliers were China (46%), Kuwait (11%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+816% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 46% |
| Kuwait | $275K | 11% |
| India | $202K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $133K | 5.5% |
| Italy | $131K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $87K | 3.6% |
| Slovakia | $66K | 2.7% |
| United States | $65K | 2.7% |
| France | $35K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $32K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.74 per kg, 30% above the world average of $5.18. 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.
Lift and escalator parts exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported lift and escalator parts worth $371 thousand (3 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $300K | 81% |
| Hong Kong | $53K | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $6K | 1.7% |
| China | $4K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain lift and escalator parts imports (HS 8431.31): 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 8431.31: Lifts, skip hoists or escalators: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of lift and escalator parts imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported lift and escalator parts worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 361 tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply lift and escalator parts to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Kuwait (11%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 816% on the year.
What is the average import price of lift and escalator parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $5.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lift and escalator parts to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2017 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export lift and escalator parts?
Yes. Bahrain exported $371 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong 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 lift and escalator parts?
The HS code for lift and escalator parts is subheading 8431.31. 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 8431 page.
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