Surveying instruments (other) imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain imported surveying instruments (other) worth $3.4 million (30 tonnes). Value rose 171% on 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 | $3.4M | 30 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 57 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 26 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 26 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 56 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 26 t |
Where Bahrain imports surveying instruments (other) from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (43%), United States (29%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.5M | 43% |
| United States | $975K | 29% |
| China | $253K | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $214K | 6.4% |
| Slovakia | $166K | 5% |
| Norway | $101K | 3% |
| Canada | $38K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $36K | 1.1% |
| India | $29K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $29K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $113.38 per kg, 50% below the world average of $225.62, 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.
Surveying instruments (other) exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $1.0 million of surveying instruments (other) in 2024 (8 tonnes). Most of it went to Zimbabwe (28%), Oman (27%), United Arab Emirates (24%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $282K | 28% |
| Oman | $275K | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $243K | 24% |
| Kuwait | $60K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 4.4% |
| Hong Kong | $41K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $24K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20K | 2% |
| South Africa | $6K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain surveying instruments (other) imports (HS 9015.80): 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 9015.80: Surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments (other) imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported surveying instruments (other) worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30 tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 171% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments (other) to Bahrain?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by the United States (29%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 445% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $113.38 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $225.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of surveying instruments (other) to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2017 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export surveying instruments (other)?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments (other)?
The HS code for surveying instruments (other) is subheading 9015.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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