Casein imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of casein by Lebanon reached $8.7 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.4 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 | $8.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 759 t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 934 t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 702 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 509 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 155 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 237 t |
| 2017 | $486K | 76 t |
Where Lebanon imports casein from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (36%), Ireland (28%), France (21%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.1M | 36% |
| Ireland | $2.4M | 28% |
| France | $1.8M | 21% |
| Poland | $550K | 6.3% |
| Belgium | $533K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $209K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $32K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.1% |
| China | $6K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $6K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 3501
| 3501.10 | Casein | 69% |
| 3501.90 | Caseinates and other casein derivatives: casein glues | 31% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3501.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.99 per kg, close to the world average of $8.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3501: Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues.
Common questions
What is the value of casein imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported casein worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 165 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply casein to Lebanon?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Ireland (28%) and France (21%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of casein per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.99 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $8.42 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of casein to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $486 thousand in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $11.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for casein?
The HS code for casein is heading 3501. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 3501.10 (69% of the value) and 3501.90 (31%). It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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