Polyethylene film and sheet exports from Bahrain: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain exported polyethylene film and sheet worth $14.0 million (4.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 60% 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 | $14.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $15.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 746 t |
| 2019 | $927K | 778 t |
| 2018 | $391K | 210 t |
| 2017 | $519K | 335 t |
Where Bahrain exports polyethylene film and sheet to
Saudi Arabia alone took 82% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $11.5M | 82% |
| Yemen | $1.2M | 8.5% |
| Oman | $313K | 2.2% |
| Guyana | $202K | 1.4% |
| Lebanon | $194K | 1.4% |
| Jordan | $143K | 1% |
| Egypt | $94K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88K | 0.6% |
| Liberia | $83K | 0.6% |
| Angola | $78K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.14 per kg, close to the world average of $2.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene film and sheet imports to Bahrain
Bahrain imported $8.7 million of polyethylene film and sheet in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (33%), United Arab Emirates (18%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.9M | 33% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 18% |
| China | $1.4M | 16% |
| Qatar | $728K | 8.4% |
| Italy | $696K | 8% |
| Czech Republic | $516K | 5.9% |
| India | $173K | 2% |
| Germany | $160K | 1.8% |
| Malaysia | $147K | 1.7% |
| United States | $96K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain polyethylene film and sheet exports (HS 3920.10): 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene film and sheet exported by Bahrain?
Bahrain exported polyethylene film and sheet worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene film and sheet from Bahrain?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 82% of the value ($11.5 million), followed by Yemen (8%) and Oman (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 18 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.14 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $2.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyethylene film and sheet from Bahrain changed since 2017?
Exports went from $519 thousand in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $15.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does Bahrain also import polyethylene film and sheet?
Yes. Bahrain imported $8.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and China. On balance Bahrain is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10. 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?
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