Microtomes imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $5.2 million of microtomes in 2024 (67 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.2M | 67 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 14 t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 47 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 58 t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 49 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 54 t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 41 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 21 t |
Where Bahrain imports microtomes from
The largest suppliers were United States (21%), Germany (11%), United Kingdom (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 21% |
| Germany | $589K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $406K | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $322K | 6.3% |
| Japan | $297K | 5.8% |
| China | $290K | 5.6% |
| Canada | $250K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $202K | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $171K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $157K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $77.28 per kg, 51% below the world average of $158.75, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Microtomes exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported microtomes worth $3.2 million (9 tonnes). Hong Kong alone took 82% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+525% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $2.6M | 82% |
| United Arab Emirates | $326K | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $63K | 2% |
| Pakistan | $51K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $50K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $34K | 1.1% |
| Kuwait | $15K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $13K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported microtomes worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67 tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to Bahrain?
The United States was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (11%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 989% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $77.28 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $158.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of microtomes to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2020 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export microtomes?
Yes. Bahrain exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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