Citric acid imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported citric acid worth $2.2 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.0 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 | $2.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 4.5K t |
Where Lebanon imports citric acid from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 95% |
| France | $79K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $19K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, close to the world average of $1.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Citric acid exports from Lebanon
Exports of citric acid by Lebanon reached $982 thousand in 2024 (909 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (21%), Qatar (18%), Kuwait (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Liberia grew fastest (+494% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $207K | 21% |
| Qatar | $175K | 18% |
| Kuwait | $121K | 12% |
| Australia | $94K | 9.6% |
| Oman | $84K | 8.6% |
| Liberia | $35K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $28K | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $25K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $25K | 2.5% |
| Iraq | $23K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon citric acid imports (HS 2918.14): 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 2918.14: Acids: carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), citric acid.
Common questions
What is the value of citric acid imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported citric acid worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply citric acid to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by France (4%) and Ireland (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of citric acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $1.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of citric acid to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2022 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export citric acid?
Yes. Lebanon exported $982 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for citric acid?
The HS code for citric acid is subheading 2918.14. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
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