Rubber gaskets and seals imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $18.0 million of rubber gaskets and seals in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $18.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 288 t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 556 t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 400 t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 231 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 205 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 215 t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 270 t |
Where Bahrain imports rubber gaskets and seals from
The largest suppliers were Japan (45%), Thailand (8%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $8.1M | 45% |
| Thailand | $1.4M | 8% |
| United States | $1.4M | 8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| China | $1.0M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $575K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $502K | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $444K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $394K | 2.2% |
| India | $383K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.36 per kg, 32% below the world average of $18.20, 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.
Rubber gaskets and seals exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported rubber gaskets and seals worth $11.6 million (286 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $7.0M | 60% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.7M | 23% |
| Singapore | $682K | 5.9% |
| United States | $221K | 1.9% |
| Oman | $193K | 1.7% |
| Iraq | $142K | 1.2% |
| Kuwait | $113K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $108K | 0.9% |
| China | $105K | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | $70K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain rubber gaskets and seals imports (HS 4016.93): 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 4016.93: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber gaskets and seals imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $18.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber gaskets and seals to Bahrain?
Japan was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Thailand (8%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 355% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber gaskets and seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.36 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $18.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber gaskets and seals to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $18.0 million in 2024, an increase of 195%. The peak was 2023 at $19.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export rubber gaskets and seals?
Yes. Bahrain exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Singapore. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber gaskets and seals?
The HS code for rubber gaskets and seals is subheading 4016.93. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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