Recorded optical discs exports from Bahrain: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain exported recorded optical discs worth $12.4 million (58 tonnes). That is 50% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $12.4M | 58 t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 1 t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 5 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 2 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 3 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 3 t |
Where Bahrain exports recorded optical discs to
Oman alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | $9.3M | 75% |
| Nigeria | $2.0M | 16% |
| Egypt | $371K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $278K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $172K | 1.4% |
| Senegal | $104K | 0.8% |
| Kuwait | $98K | 0.8% |
| Cameroon | $57K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $28K | 0.2% |
| Morocco | $15K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $213.95 per kg, 264% above the world average of $58.85. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Recorded optical discs imports to Bahrain
Bahrain imported $3.8 million of recorded optical discs in 2024 (7 tonnes). Singapore alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $2.3M | 60% |
| Japan | $337K | 8.9% |
| Germany | $245K | 6.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $193K | 5.1% |
| United States | $191K | 5% |
| Austria | $158K | 4.2% |
| Taiwan | $94K | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $59K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $38K | 1% |
| Portugal | $32K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain recorded optical discs exports (HS 8523.49): 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 8523.49: Optical media: recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of recorded optical discs exported by Bahrain?
Bahrain exported recorded optical discs worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 58 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries buy recorded optical discs from Bahrain?
Oman was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Nigeria (16%) and Egypt (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 921% on the year.
What is the average export price of recorded optical discs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $213.95 per kg in 2024, 264% above the world average of $58.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of recorded optical discs from Bahrain changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 495%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Bahrain also import recorded optical discs?
Yes. Bahrain imported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Singapore, Japan and Germany. On balance Bahrain is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for recorded optical discs?
The HS code for recorded optical discs is subheading 8523.49. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8523 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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