Self-adhesive paper imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $2.3 million of self-adhesive paper in 2024 (879 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 | $2.3M | 879 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 506 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 700 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 655 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 585 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 800 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 951 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 553 t |
Where Bahrain imports self-adhesive paper from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 52% |
| United Arab Emirates | $553K | 24% |
| India | $165K | 7.3% |
| Spain | $121K | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $54K | 2.4% |
| United States | $53K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $36K | 1.6% |
| Indonesia | $35K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $31K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.58 per kg, close to the world average of $2.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Self-adhesive paper exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported self-adhesive paper worth $848 thousand (321 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $639K | 75% |
| Oman | $143K | 17% |
| Egypt | $60K | 7.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 0.8% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain self-adhesive paper imports (HS 4811.41): 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 4811.41: Paper and paperboard: self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive paper imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported self-adhesive paper worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 879 tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive paper to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (24%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.58 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-adhesive paper to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $2.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export self-adhesive paper?
Yes. Bahrain exported $848 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Oman and Egypt. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive paper?
The HS code for self-adhesive paper is subheading 4811.41. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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