Synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) exports from Bahrain: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) by Bahrain reached $2.6 million in 2024 (23.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 55 countries for exports of this product. That is 175% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 23.0K t |
| 2023 | $941K | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $679K | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $680K | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $666K | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $32K | 129 t |
| 2018 | $697K | 27.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 4.1K t |
Where Bahrain exports synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) to
Most of it went to Brazil (37%), India (33%), Indonesia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+724% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $952K | 37% |
| India | $848K | 33% |
| Indonesia | $424K | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $222K | 8.6% |
| Oman | $146K | 5.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.11 per kg, 78% below the world average of $0.50, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) exports (HS 2826.30): 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 2826.30: Sodium hexafluoroaluminate (synthetic cryolite).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) exported by Bahrain?
Bahrain exported synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 55 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 175% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) from Bahrain?
Brazil was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($952 thousand), followed by India (33%) and Indonesia (16%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 724% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.11 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $0.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) from Bahrain changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $913 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate)?
The HS code for synthetic cryolite (sodium hexafluoroaluminate) is subheading 2826.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2826 page.
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