Solid-state storage devices imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $3.9 million of solid-state storage devices in 2024 (22 tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.6 million.
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 | $3.9M | 22 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 5 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 29 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 21 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 23 t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 36 t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 26 t |
Where Bahrain imports solid-state storage devices from
The largest suppliers were Taiwan (27%), China (24%), Malaysia (15%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $1.1M | 27% |
| China | $936K | 24% |
| Malaysia | $610K | 16% |
| South Korea | $272K | 6.9% |
| United States | $185K | 4.7% |
| Ireland | $168K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $163K | 4.2% |
| Hong Kong | $113K | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $110K | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $72K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $179.73 per kg, 82% below the world average of $1,006.21, 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.
Solid-state storage devices exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported solid-state storage devices worth $1.5 million (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $999K | 68% |
| Saudi Arabia | $414K | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $16K | 1.1% |
| China | $11K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0.2% |
| Oman | $1K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $1K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain solid-state storage devices imports (HS 8523.51): 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 8523.51: Semiconductor media: solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37.
Common questions
What is the value of solid-state storage devices imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported solid-state storage devices worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22 tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply solid-state storage devices to Bahrain?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (24%) and Malaysia (15%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 777% on the year.
What is the average import price of solid-state storage devices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $179.73 per kg in 2024, 82% below the world average of $1,006.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of solid-state storage devices to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, a fall of 58%. The peak was 2018 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export solid-state storage devices?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for solid-state storage devices?
The HS code for solid-state storage devices is subheading 8523.51. 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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