Whole milk imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of whole milk by Bahrain reached $9.1 million in 2024 (8.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. Value rose 38% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $9.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 12 t |
| 2022 | $7.0M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 4.8K t |
Where Bahrain imports whole milk from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $7.3M | 80% |
| France | $1.2M | 14% |
| Egypt | $202K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $181K | 2% |
| Germany | $68K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $59K | 0.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31K | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | $31K | 0.3% |
| India | $28K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.10 per kg, 23% below the world average of $1.42, 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.
Whole milk exports from Bahrain
Bahrain exported $1.9 million of whole milk in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. United States alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.9M | 96% |
| United Arab Emirates | $60K | 3.1% |
| Maldives | $19K | 1% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain whole milk imports (HS 0401.40): 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 0401.40: Dairy produce: milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 6% but not exceeding 10%.
Common questions
What is the value of whole milk imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported whole milk worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 192 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply whole milk to Bahrain?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by France (14%) and Egypt (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 189% on the year.
What is the average import price of whole milk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $1.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of whole milk to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export whole milk?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Arab Emirates and the Maldives. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole milk?
The HS code for whole milk is subheading 0401.40. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0401 page.
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