Carrots and turnips imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported carrots and turnips worth $3.6 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.9 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 | $3.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 16.5K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 9.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $170K | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $323K | 2.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports carrots and turnips from
One supplier dominates: Syria accounted for 89% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $3.2M | 89% |
| Turkey | $320K | 8.8% |
| Egypt | $76K | 2.1% |
| Iran | $11K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $5K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.84 per kg, 50% above the world average of $0.56. 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.
Carrots and turnips exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $330 thousand of carrots and turnips in 2024 (415 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Central African Republic (34%), United Arab Emirates (18%), Cote d'Ivoire (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritania grew fastest (+183% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $113K | 34% |
| United Arab Emirates | $60K | 18% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $50K | 15% |
| Kuwait | $36K | 11% |
| Qatar | $36K | 11% |
| Mauritania | $34K | 10% |
| Oman | $0K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon carrots and turnips imports (HS 0706.10): 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 0706.10: Vegetables, root: carrots and turnips, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of carrots and turnips imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported carrots and turnips worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply carrots and turnips to Lebanon?
Syria was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and Egypt (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 480% on the year.
What is the average import price of carrots and turnips per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $0.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of carrots and turnips to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $323 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export carrots and turnips?
Yes. Lebanon exported $330 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic, the United Arab Emirates and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for carrots and turnips?
The HS code for carrots and turnips is subheading 0706.10. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0706 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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