Plastic storage tanks exports from Bahrain: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain exported plastic storage tanks worth $15.5 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $15.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 5.5K t |
Where Bahrain exports plastic storage tanks to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $14.9M | 97% |
| United Arab Emirates | $477K | 3.1% |
| Iraq | $63K | 0.4% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.83 per kg, 27% below the world average of $3.86, 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 storage tanks imports to Bahrain
Imports of plastic storage tanks by Bahrain reached $3.2 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (37%), Germany (35%), South Korea (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+185% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 37% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 35% |
| South Korea | $307K | 9.5% |
| Malaysia | $276K | 8.5% |
| China | $120K | 3.7% |
| India | $98K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $57K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $36K | 1.1% |
| United States | $21K | 0.6% |
| Oman | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain plastic storage tanks exports (HS 3925.10): 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 3925.10: Plastics: builders' ware, reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers of a capacity exceeding 300 litres.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic storage tanks exported by Bahrain?
Bahrain exported plastic storage tanks worth $15.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 150 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic storage tanks from Bahrain?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($14.9 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (3%) and Iraq (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 963% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic storage tanks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.83 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $3.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic storage tanks from Bahrain changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $15.5 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. The peak was 2022 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
Does Bahrain also import plastic storage tanks?
Yes. Bahrain imported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Germany and South Korea. On balance Bahrain is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic storage tanks?
The HS code for plastic storage tanks is subheading 3925.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3925 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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