Avocados exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported avocados worth $7.6 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.8 million.
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 | $7.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $12.8M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 625 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 597 t |
Where Lebanon exports avocados to
Most of it went to France (20%), Egypt (19%), Turkey (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+862% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.03 per kg, close to the world average of $2.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Avocados imports to Lebanon
Lebanon imported $434 thousand of avocados in 2024 (147 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Peru accounted for 53% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $229K | 53% |
| Egypt | $100K | 23% |
| South Africa | $38K | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 6.7% |
| Kenya | $19K | 4.3% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $8K | 1.9% |
| United States | $1K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon avocados exports (HS 0804.40): 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 0804.40: Fruit, edible: avocados, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of avocados exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported avocados worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy avocados from Lebanon?
France was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Egypt (19%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 862% on the year.
What is the average export price of avocados per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.03 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $2.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of avocados from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 500%. The peak was 2021 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import avocados?
Yes. Lebanon imported $434 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Peru, Egypt and South Africa. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for avocados?
The HS code for avocados is subheading 0804.40. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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