Alkaloid medicines (packaged) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported alkaloid medicines (packaged) worth $4.3 million (43 tonnes). That is 66% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $20.1 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 | $4.3M | 43 t |
| 2023 | $12.6M | 394 t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 321 t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 217 t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 621 t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 426 t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 152 t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 172 t |
Where Lebanon imports alkaloid medicines (packaged) from
The largest suppliers were France (30%), Germany (23%), Ireland (17%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+982% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.3M | 30% |
| Germany | $977K | 23% |
| Ireland | $751K | 18% |
| Belgium | $432K | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $306K | 7.1% |
| Slovenia | $167K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $106K | 2.5% |
| Slovakia | $69K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $40K | 0.9% |
| South Korea | $35K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $100.57 per kg, close to the world average of $90.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon alkaloid medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.49): 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 3004.49: Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives: other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (INN) or norephedrine or their salts: for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of alkaloid medicines (packaged) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported alkaloid medicines (packaged) worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply alkaloid medicines (packaged) to Lebanon?
France was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Germany (23%) and Ireland (17%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 982% on the year.
What is the average import price of alkaloid medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $100.57 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $90.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alkaloid medicines (packaged) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, a fall of 73%. The peak was 2020 at $20.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkaloid medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for alkaloid medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.49. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
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