Antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported antibiotic medicaments (bulk) worth $5.1 million (38 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 372% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% 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 | $5.1M | 38 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 18 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 40 t |
| 2021 | $791K | 26 t |
| 2020 | $935K | 25 t |
| 2019 | $457K | 22 t |
| 2018 | $151K | 28 t |
| 2017 | $395K | 5 t |
Where Lebanon imports antibiotic medicaments (bulk) from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.1M | 81% |
| China | $638K | 13% |
| Greece | $286K | 5.6% |
| Egypt | $34K | 0.7% |
| United States | $20K | 0.4% |
| India | $5K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $135.46 per kg, 590% above the world average of $19.63. 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 antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imports (HS 3003.20): 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 3003.20: Medicaments: containing antibiotics other than penicillins, streptomycins and their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported antibiotic medicaments (bulk) worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 191 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 372% on 2023.
Which countries supply antibiotic medicaments (bulk) to Lebanon?
Italy was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by China (12%) and Greece (6%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $135.46 per kg in 2024, 590% above the world average of $19.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $395 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for antibiotic medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for antibiotic medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.20. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3003 page.
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