Polymer solvent paint imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $36.0 million of polymer solvent paint in 2024 (14.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $36.0M | 14.2K t |
| 2023 | $35.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $32.5M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $28.3M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $27.7M | 12.8K t |
| 2019 | $23.5M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $30.4M | 13.6K t |
| 2017 | $26.2M | 11.6K t |
Where Bahrain imports polymer solvent paint from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 81% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $29.3M | 82% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.3M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 3.5% |
| Jordan | $399K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $344K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $322K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $321K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $292K | 0.8% |
| Kuwait | $279K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $185K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.54 per kg, 57% below the world average of $5.90, 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.
Polymer solvent paint exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $930 thousand of polymer solvent paint in 2024 (333 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (18%), United Arab Emirates (17%), Nigeria (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $163K | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $154K | 17% |
| Nigeria | $125K | 13% |
| Oman | $109K | 12% |
| Qatar | $104K | 11% |
| Iraq | $81K | 8.7% |
| Kuwait | $68K | 7.3% |
| Jordan | $65K | 7% |
| Pakistan | $33K | 3.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $17K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain polymer solvent paint imports (HS 3208.90): 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 3208.90: Paints and varnishes: based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer solvent paint imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported polymer solvent paint worth $36.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymer solvent paint to Bahrain?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($29.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (6%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 399% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymer solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.54 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymer solvent paint to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.2 million in 2017 to $36.0 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $30.0 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export polymer solvent paint?
Yes. Bahrain exported $930 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Nigeria. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $35.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer solvent paint?
The HS code for polymer solvent paint is subheading 3208.90. 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 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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