Vehicle suspension systems imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle suspension systems by Bahrain reached $10.6 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 11% 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 | $10.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 996 t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 1.2K t |
Where Bahrain imports vehicle suspension systems from
Most of the value came from Japan (36%), China (18%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.8M | 36% |
| China | $1.9M | 18% |
| United States | $1.0M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $871K | 8.2% |
| Taiwan | $402K | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $364K | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $363K | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $354K | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $271K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $271K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.03 per kg, close to the world average of $8.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle suspension systems exports from Bahrain
Exports of vehicle suspension systems by Bahrain reached $2.9 million in 2024 (143 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (43%), United Arab Emirates (28%), United States (17%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 43% |
| United Arab Emirates | $823K | 28% |
| United States | $492K | 17% |
| Sudan | $89K | 3.1% |
| Hong Kong | $73K | 2.5% |
| China | $73K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $63K | 2.2% |
| Lithuania | $25K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $9K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $8K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain vehicle suspension systems imports (HS 8708.80): 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 8708.80: Vehicle parts: suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock-absorbers).
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle suspension systems imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported vehicle suspension systems worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 93rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle suspension systems to Bahrain?
Japan was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by China (18%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle suspension systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.03 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $8.03 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle suspension systems to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2017 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export vehicle suspension systems?
Yes. Bahrain exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle suspension systems?
The HS code for vehicle suspension systems is subheading 8708.80. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
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