Liquid and cream soap exports from Bahrain: data, top buyers and prices
Bahrain exported $17.0 million of liquid and cream soap in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $24.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.7M | 8.3K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $21.7M | 7.3K t |
| 2019 | $24.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.7K t |
Where Bahrain exports liquid and cream soap to
United Arab Emirates alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $12.3M | 73% |
| Kuwait | $3.3M | 19% |
| Iraq | $952K | 5.6% |
| Lebanon | $150K | 0.9% |
| Jordan | $147K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $34K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $26K | 0.2% |
| Libya | $23K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $8K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.97 per kg, 130% above the world average of $1.29. 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.
Liquid and cream soap imports to Bahrain
Imports of liquid and cream soap by Bahrain reached $2.3 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (28%), United Arab Emirates (21%), Jordan (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+699% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $635K | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $469K | 21% |
| Jordan | $271K | 12% |
| Turkey | $230K | 10% |
| Cyprus | $88K | 3.9% |
| Egypt | $85K | 3.7% |
| Thailand | $80K | 3.5% |
| Kuwait | $76K | 3.3% |
| United States | $40K | 1.8% |
| India | $34K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain liquid and cream soap exports (HS 3401.20): 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 3401.20: Soap: in forms n.e.c. in item no. 3401.11.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid and cream soap exported by Bahrain?
Bahrain exported liquid and cream soap worth $17.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 174 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy liquid and cream soap from Bahrain?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($12.3 million), followed by Kuwait (19%) and Iraq (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average export price of liquid and cream soap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.97 per kg in 2024, 130% above the world average of $1.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of liquid and cream soap from Bahrain changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $17.0 million in 2024, an increase of 267%. The peak was 2019 at $24.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.4 million a year.
Does Bahrain also import liquid and cream soap?
Yes. Bahrain imported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan. On balance Bahrain is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquid and cream soap?
The HS code for liquid and cream soap is subheading 3401.20. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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