Colored printing ink exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Lebanon exported $5.4 million of colored printing ink in 2024 (635 tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% a year on average.
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 | $5.4M | 635 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 487 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 749 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 703 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 932 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 901 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 401 t |
| 2017 | $479K | 100 t |
Where Lebanon exports colored printing ink to
Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (24%), Egypt (17%), Algeria (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+430% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 24% |
| Egypt | $932K | 17% |
| Algeria | $721K | 13% |
| Kuwait | $507K | 9.4% |
| Jordan | $494K | 9.1% |
| Tunisia | $289K | 5.3% |
| Cameroon | $242K | 4.5% |
| Angola | $164K | 3% |
| Syria | $163K | 3% |
| United States | $108K | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.54 per kg, close to the world average of $8.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Colored printing ink imports to Lebanon
Imports of colored printing ink by Lebanon reached $5.1 million in 2024 (630 tonnes). Most of the value came from Italy (40%), Turkey (28%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+411% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 40% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 28% |
| Germany | $422K | 8.2% |
| Spain | $389K | 7.6% |
| China | $170K | 3.3% |
| India | $128K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $110K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $89K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $83K | 1.6% |
| France | $42K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon colored printing ink exports (HS 3215.19): 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 3215.19: Ink: for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of colored printing ink exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported colored printing ink worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 635 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 152 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy colored printing ink from Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Egypt (17%) and Algeria (13%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 430% on the year.
What is the average export price of colored printing ink per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.54 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $8.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of colored printing ink from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $478 thousand in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also import colored printing ink?
Yes. Lebanon imported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Turkey and Germany. That compares with exports of $5.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for colored printing ink?
The HS code for colored printing ink is subheading 3215.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3215 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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