Vehicle hardware exports from Bahrain: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Bahrain exported vehicle hardware worth $11.8 million (396 tonnes). Value fell 38% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $82.6 million.
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 | $11.8M | 396 t |
| 2023 | $19.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $82.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 626 t |
| 2020 | $23.4M | 942 t |
| 2019 | $40.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $28.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $20.4M | 2.2K t |
Where Bahrain exports vehicle hardware to
United Arab Emirates alone took 66% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $7.7M | 66% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 9.4% |
| United States | $753K | 6.4% |
| Bangladesh | $278K | 2.4% |
| Hong Kong | $186K | 1.6% |
| China | $136K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $65K | 0.6% |
| Tanzania | $32K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $24K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.72 per kg, 258% above the world average of $8.30. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle hardware imports to Bahrain
Imports of vehicle hardware by Bahrain reached $8.1 million in 2024 (565 tonnes). Japan alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $4.8M | 60% |
| China | $741K | 9.2% |
| Thailand | $598K | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $415K | 5.2% |
| United States | $340K | 4.2% |
| Kuwait | $235K | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $221K | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $128K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $111K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $102K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain vehicle hardware exports (HS 8302.30): 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 8302.30: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: for motor vehicles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle hardware exported by Bahrain?
Bahrain exported vehicle hardware worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 396 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries buy vehicle hardware from Bahrain?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by Singapore (12%) and Saudi Arabia (9%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average export price of vehicle hardware per kg?
The average declared export value was about $29.72 per kg in 2024, 258% above the world average of $8.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of vehicle hardware from Bahrain changed since 2017?
Exports went from $20.4 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2022 at $82.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.2 million a year.
Does Bahrain also import vehicle hardware?
Yes. Bahrain imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and Thailand. On balance Bahrain is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle hardware?
The HS code for vehicle hardware is subheading 8302.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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