Acrylic solvent paint exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of acrylic solvent paint by Lebanon reached $15.6 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $15.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $14.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 865 t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 838 t |
Where Lebanon exports acrylic solvent paint to
Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (11%), Russia (11%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 11% |
| Russia | $1.7M | 11% |
| United States | $1.7M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 10% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 8.4% |
| Algeria | $803K | 5.2% |
| Spain | $796K | 5.1% |
| Qatar | $543K | 3.5% |
| France | $443K | 2.8% |
| Iraq | $358K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.13 per kg, close to the world average of $6.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylic solvent paint imports to Lebanon
Imports of acrylic solvent paint by Lebanon reached $588 thousand in 2024 (77 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Italy (26%), Turkey (13%), United Kingdom (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+515% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $155K | 26% |
| Turkey | $77K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 9.3% |
| Belgium | $55K | 9.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $51K | 8.6% |
| Spain | $46K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $39K | 6.7% |
| United States | $28K | 4.8% |
| China | $28K | 4.7% |
| Egypt | $15K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon acrylic solvent paint exports (HS 3208.20): 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 3208.20: Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic solvent paint exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported acrylic solvent paint worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 148 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy acrylic solvent paint from Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 11% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Russia (11%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average export price of acrylic solvent paint per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.13 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $6.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of acrylic solvent paint from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import acrylic solvent paint?
Yes. Lebanon imported $588 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Turkey and the United Kingdom. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic solvent paint?
The HS code for acrylic solvent paint is subheading 3208.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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