Air and gas compressors (other) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $4.6 million (210 tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.9 million.
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 | $4.6M | 210 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 259 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 429 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 234 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 169 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 450 t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 1.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports air and gas compressors (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), Italy (22%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+354% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 29% |
| Italy | $987K | 22% |
| Germany | $569K | 13% |
| United States | $539K | 12% |
| Belgium | $446K | 9.8% |
| Turkey | $227K | 5% |
| India | $72K | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $70K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $49K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.66 per kg, close to the world average of $20.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air and gas compressors (other) exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported air and gas compressors (other) worth $349 thousand (26 tonnes). Most of it went to Russia (31%), Republic of the Congo (17%), Qatar (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Gabon grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $108K | 31% |
| Republic of the Congo | $60K | 17% |
| Qatar | $29K | 8.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $22K | 6.2% |
| Gabon | $19K | 5.4% |
| Togo | $17K | 5% |
| Nigeria | $11K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 3.1% |
| France | $10K | 3% |
| Guinea | $9K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon air and gas compressors (other) imports (HS 8414.80): 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 8414.80: Pumps and compressors: for air, vacuum or gas, n.e.c. in heading no. 8414.
Common questions
What is the value of air and gas compressors (other) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 210 tonnes. That ranks it 130th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply air and gas compressors (other) to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Italy (22%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 354% on the year.
What is the average import price of air and gas compressors (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.66 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $20.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of air and gas compressors (other) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2018 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export air and gas compressors (other)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $349 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, the Republic of the Congo and Qatar. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for air and gas compressors (other)?
The HS code for air and gas compressors (other) is subheading 8414.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8414 page.
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