Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $8.6 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (799 tonnes). That is 35% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $11.8 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 | $8.6M | 799 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 628 t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 648 t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 626 t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $11.8M | 1.3K t |
Where Bahrain imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from China (29%), United States (25%), India (21%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+584% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 29% |
| United States | $2.2M | 25% |
| India | $1.8M | 21% |
| Thailand | $969K | 11% |
| South Korea | $167K | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $150K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $143K | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $141K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $136K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $117K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.80 per kg, close to the world average of $11.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $543 thousand of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (311 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (44%), Oman (20%), United Arab Emirates (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $240K | 44% |
| Oman | $107K | 20% |
| United Arab Emirates | $94K | 17% |
| Qatar | $48K | 8.8% |
| Tunisia | $33K | 6% |
| Yemen | $11K | 2.1% |
| Sudan | $11K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 799 tonnes. That ranks it 144th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the United States (25%) and India (21%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 584% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.80 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $11.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.8 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2017 at $11.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Bahrain exported $543 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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