Buses (other power types) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of buses (other power types) by Lebanon reached $3.9 million in 2024 (380 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $10.3 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 | $3.9M | 380 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 318 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 369 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 334 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 234 t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 948 t |
Where Lebanon imports buses (other power types) from
Japan alone supplied 91% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.6M | 91% |
| South Korea | $204K | 5.2% |
| China | $69K | 1.7% |
| United States | $57K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | $8K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $7K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $7K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.39 per kg, close to the world average of $10.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Buses (other power types) exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $2.8 million of buses (other power types) in 2024 (333 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 64% |
| Turkey | $858K | 31% |
| Jordan | $102K | 3.7% |
| Liberia | $19K | 0.7% |
| Benin | $6K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon buses (other power types) imports (HS 8702.90): 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 8702.90: Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used.
Common questions
What is the value of buses (other power types) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported buses (other power types) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 380 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply buses (other power types) to Lebanon?
Japan was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by South Korea (5%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 929% on the year.
What is the average import price of buses (other power types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.39 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $10.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of buses (other power types) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2018 at $10.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export buses (other power types)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Jordan. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for buses (other power types)?
The HS code for buses (other power types) is subheading 8702.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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