Catheters and cannulae imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported catheters and cannulae worth $21.4 million (840 tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $27.2 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 | $21.4M | 840 t |
| 2023 | $17.1M | 726 t |
| 2022 | $14.0M | 331 t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 486 t |
| 2020 | $17.8M | 479 t |
| 2019 | $24.4M | 487 t |
| 2018 | $27.2M | 845 t |
| 2017 | $22.3M | 746 t |
Where Lebanon imports catheters and cannulae from
The largest suppliers were China (18%), United States (17%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Serbia grew fastest (+563% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 18% |
| United States | $3.6M | 17% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 10% |
| Mexico | $1.7M | 8% |
| Costa Rica | $1.5M | 7.1% |
| India | $1.2M | 5.8% |
| Turkey | $848K | 4% |
| Ireland | $711K | 3.3% |
| Serbia | $575K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $537K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.54 per kg, 53% below the world average of $53.86, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Catheters and cannulae exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported catheters and cannulae worth $2.5 million (40 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (47%), China (32%), Kuwait (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 47% |
| China | $801K | 32% |
| Kuwait | $181K | 7.2% |
| Brazil | $158K | 6.3% |
| Peru | $52K | 2.1% |
| Syria | $29K | 1.2% |
| Tunisia | $24K | 1% |
| Ukraine | $24K | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $18K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon catheters and cannulae imports (HS 9018.39): 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 9018.39: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: catheters, cannulae and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of catheters and cannulae imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported catheters and cannulae worth $21.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 840 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply catheters and cannulae to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Serbia grew fastest among the top ten, up 563% on the year.
What is the average import price of catheters and cannulae per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.54 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $53.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of catheters and cannulae to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.3 million in 2017 to $21.4 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.8 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export catheters and cannulae?
Yes. Lebanon exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, China and Kuwait. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $18.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for catheters and cannulae?
The HS code for catheters and cannulae is subheading 9018.39. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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