Painters putty imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of painters putty by Bahrain reached $7.2 million in 2024 (7.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 21% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $10.2 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 | $7.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 10.4K t |
| 2020 | $9.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 11.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 13.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 11.4K t |
Where Bahrain imports painters putty from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (23%), Germany (20%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 23% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 20% |
| India | $1.1M | 15% |
| China | $645K | 8.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $395K | 5.5% |
| Japan | $267K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $225K | 3.1% |
| Egypt | $213K | 3% |
| Switzerland | $186K | 2.6% |
| United States | $160K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, 70% below the world average of $3.24, 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.
Painters putty exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported painters putty worth $4.8 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (23%), Iraq (17%), Qatar (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $1.1M | 23% |
| Iraq | $832K | 17% |
| Qatar | $582K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $312K | 6.5% |
| Djibouti | $297K | 6.2% |
| Tanzania | $293K | 6.1% |
| Nigeria | $283K | 5.9% |
| Tunisia | $270K | 5.6% |
| Jordan | $218K | 4.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $158K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain painters putty imports (HS 3214.10): 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 3214.10: Mastics: painters' fillings.
Common questions
What is the value of painters putty imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported painters putty worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 102nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply painters putty to Bahrain?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Germany (20%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of painters putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $3.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of painters putty to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, a fall of 14%. The peak was 2018 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export painters putty?
Yes. Bahrain exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Iraq and Qatar. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for painters putty?
The HS code for painters putty is subheading 3214.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3214 page.
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