Canned beans (unshelled) exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon exported canned beans (unshelled) worth $2.5 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $4.2 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 | $2.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $791K | 661 t |
| 2017 | $698K | 566 t |
Where Lebanon exports canned beans (unshelled) to
Most of it went to United States (25%), United Kingdom (10%), Kuwait (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+958% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $641K | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $244K | 9.6% |
| Kuwait | $228K | 8.9% |
| Germany | $195K | 7.7% |
| Australia | $179K | 7% |
| Canada | $148K | 5.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $130K | 5.1% |
| Sweden | $122K | 4.8% |
| Venezuela | $88K | 3.5% |
| France | $85K | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.36 per kg, close to the world average of $1.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Canned beans (unshelled) imports to Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon imported canned beans (unshelled) worth $901 thousand (599 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $685K | 76% |
| Turkey | $108K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $60K | 6.7% |
| France | $20K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $12K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $4K | 0.5% |
| Iran | $2K | 0.2% |
| Syria | $2K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon canned beans (unshelled) exports (HS 2005.59): 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 2005.59: Vegetable preparations: beans, (not shelled), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of canned beans (unshelled) exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported canned beans (unshelled) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 131 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy canned beans (unshelled) from Lebanon?
The United States was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($641 thousand), followed by the United Kingdom (10%) and Kuwait (9%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 958% on the year.
What is the average export price of canned beans (unshelled) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.36 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $1.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of canned beans (unshelled) from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $698 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 265%. The peak was 2019 at $4.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import canned beans (unshelled)?
Yes. Lebanon imported $901 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, Turkey and Saudi Arabia. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned beans (unshelled)?
The HS code for canned beans (unshelled) is subheading 2005.59. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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