Plastic bottles and carboys imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain imported plastic bottles and carboys worth $19.5 million (8.0 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 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 | $19.5M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $18.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $15.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $13.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $15.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $15.7M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $19.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $19.8M | 7.5K t |
Where Bahrain imports plastic bottles and carboys from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $10.9M | 56% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.7M | 24% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 6.1% |
| China | $894K | 4.6% |
| Kuwait | $838K | 4.3% |
| Jordan | $286K | 1.5% |
| India | $240K | 1.2% |
| Qatar | $137K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $44K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $44K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.43 per kg, 36% below the world average of $3.80, 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.
Plastic bottles and carboys exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $1.5 million of plastic bottles and carboys in 2024 (966 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 56% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $850K | 56% |
| Jordan | $272K | 18% |
| Qatar | $232K | 15% |
| Kuwait | $96K | 6.3% |
| Pakistan | $30K | 2% |
| China | $14K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $10K | 0.7% |
| Seychelles | $5K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3K | 0.2% |
| Greece | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
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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 3923.30: Plastics: carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bottles and carboys imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported plastic bottles and carboys worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic bottles and carboys to Bahrain?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (24%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic bottles and carboys per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.43 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $3.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic bottles and carboys to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.8 million in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2017 at $19.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.2 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export plastic bottles and carboys?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Qatar. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $17.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic bottles and carboys?
The HS code for plastic bottles and carboys is subheading 3923.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
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