Steel prop and scaffolding imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $4.3 million of steel prop and scaffolding in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 75% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.9 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 | $4.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 967 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 12.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 6.9K t |
Where Bahrain imports steel prop and scaffolding from
One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+978% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.3M | 52% |
| United Arab Emirates | $806K | 19% |
| Germany | $405K | 9.4% |
| India | $348K | 8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $248K | 5.7% |
| China | $91K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $90K | 2.1% |
| Oman | $38K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported steel prop and scaffolding worth $753 thousand (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (41%), Saudi Arabia (35%), Spain (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $312K | 42% |
| Saudi Arabia | $266K | 35% |
| Spain | $112K | 15% |
| Qatar | $24K | 3.2% |
| Hong Kong | $16K | 2.1% |
| Romania | $12K | 1.6% |
| Montenegro | $11K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to Bahrain?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (19%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 978% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2019 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Bahrain exported $753 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Spain. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. 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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