Steel bridge structure imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $16.7 million of steel bridge structure in 2024 (12.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 136% more than in 2023. 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 | $16.7M | 12.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $9.9M | 8.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $10.0M | 14.4K t |
Where Bahrain imports steel bridge structure from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+317% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $8.9M | 53% |
| Kuwait | $7.0M | 42% |
| Saudi Arabia | $796K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.1% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.36 per kg, 22% below the world average of $1.75, 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.
Steel bridge structure exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $372.6 million of steel bridge structure in 2024 (482.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 104 countries. One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $260.5M | 70% |
| United Arab Emirates | $87.1M | 23% |
| Qatar | $10.8M | 2.9% |
| Oman | $8.2M | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $5.3M | 1.4% |
| Jordan | $615K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain steel bridge structure imports (HS 7308.10): 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 7308.10: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, bridges and bridge-sections.
Common questions
What is the value of steel bridge structure imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported steel bridge structure worth $16.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 136% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel bridge structure to Bahrain?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by Kuwait (42%) and Saudi Arabia (5%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 317% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel bridge structure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.36 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $1.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel bridge structure to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.0 million in 2017 to $16.7 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export steel bridge structure?
Yes. Bahrain exported $372.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. That compares with imports of $16.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for steel bridge structure?
The HS code for steel bridge structure is subheading 7308.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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