Alloy steel scrap exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of alloy steel scrap by Lebanon reached $39.1 million in 2024 (53.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 43% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 146% 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 | $39.1M | 53.8K t |
| 2023 | $27.4M | 35.3K t |
| 2022 | $26.0M | 33.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $945K | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $669K | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $404K | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $71K | 147 t |
Where Lebanon exports alloy steel scrap to
Egypt alone took 96% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $37.6M | 96% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 3.3% |
| India | $114K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $6K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, 55% above the world average of $0.47. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 alloy steel scrap exports (HS 7204.29): 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 7204.29: Ferrous waste and scrap: of alloy steel (excluding stainless).
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel scrap exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported alloy steel scrap worth $39.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 153 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy alloy steel scrap from Lebanon?
Egypt was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($37.6 million), followed by South Korea (3%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average export price of alloy steel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $0.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of alloy steel scrap from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $71 thousand in 2017 to $39.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel scrap?
The HS code for alloy steel scrap is subheading 7204.29. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
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