Solar cells and LED imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $6.9 million of solar cells and led in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $6.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 749 t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 385 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 636 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 139 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 316 t |
Where Bahrain imports solar cells and led from
China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.7M | 97% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 0.5% |
| France | $23K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $17K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $11K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $10K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $9K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $9K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $7K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.10 per kg, 33% below the world average of $4.62, 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.
Solar cells and LED exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $2.3 million of solar cells and led in 2024 (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $2.3M | 98% |
| Germany | $45K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Yemen | $0K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| Cyprus | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain solar cells and led imports (HS 8541.40): 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 8541.40: Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED).
Common questions
What is the value of solar cells and led imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported solar cells and led worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 129th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply solar cells and led to Bahrain?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by the Netherlands (1%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 531% on the year.
What is the average import price of solar cells and led per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.10 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $4.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of solar cells and led to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 226%. The peak was 2023 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export solar cells and led?
Yes. Bahrain exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Germany and Saudi Arabia. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for solar cells and led?
The HS code for solar cells and led is subheading 8541.40. 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 8541 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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