Plastic film and sheet (other) imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $2.9 million of plastic film and sheet (other) in 2024 (412 tonnes). Value rose 205% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $2.9M | 412 t |
| 2023 | $953K | 117 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 952 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 411 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 481 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 546 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 473 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 999 t |
Where Bahrain imports plastic film and sheet (other) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.0M | 69% |
| India | $329K | 11% |
| China | $212K | 7.3% |
| Italy | $101K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $97K | 3.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $66K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $52K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $15K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0.5% |
| United States | $9K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.05 per kg, 39% below the world average of $11.58, 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 film and sheet (other) exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $1.3 million of plastic film and sheet (other) in 2024 (672 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Dominican Republic accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+207% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $1.3M | 98% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $7K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | $3K | 0.2% |
| Yemen | $2K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
| Oman | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain plastic film and sheet (other) imports (HS 3920.99): 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 3920.99: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic film and sheet (other) imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported plastic film and sheet (other) worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 412 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 205% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic film and sheet (other) to Bahrain?
Germany was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by India (11%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 839% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic film and sheet (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.05 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $11.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic film and sheet (other) to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export plastic film and sheet (other)?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, the Seychelles and Hong Kong. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for plastic film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.99. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Bahrain, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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