Computer imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported computer worth $52.8 million (217 tonnes). Value fell 37% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $155.5 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 | $52.8M | 217 t |
| 2023 | $83.1M | 354 t |
| 2022 | $155.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $108.3M | 827 t |
| 2020 | $46.1M | 391 t |
| 2019 | $111.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $142.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $78.0M | 685 t |
Where Lebanon imports computer from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.5M | 60% |
| Ireland | $4.2M | 7.9% |
| Czech Republic | $3.3M | 6.3% |
| United States | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $951K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $584K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $501K | 1% |
Product types under HS 8471
| 8471.30 | Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display | 40% |
| 8471.50 | Units of automatic data processing machines: processing units other than those of item no. 8471.41 or 8471.49, whether or not containing in the same… | 27% |
| 8471.70 | Units of automatic data processing machines: storage units | 12% |
| 8471.60 | Units of automatic data processing machines: input or output units, whether or not containing storage units in the same housing | 5.9% |
| 8471.41 | Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not… | 5% |
| 8471.90 | Magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere… | 3.9% |
| 8471.80 | Units of automatic data processing machines: n.e.c. in item no. 8471.50, 8471.60 or 8471.70 | 3.3% |
| 8471.49 | Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41 | 2.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8471.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $243.57 per kg, close to the world average of $236.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $8.3 million of computer in 2024 (38 tonnes). Most of it went to Mozambique (36%), United Arab Emirates (21%), Syria (15%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+207% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $3.0M | 36% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 21% |
| Syria | $1.2M | 15% |
| China | $227K | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $224K | 2.7% |
| Republic of the Congo | $222K | 2.7% |
| Angola | $172K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $159K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $122K | 1.5% |
| Iran | $116K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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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 8471: Automatic data processing machines and units thereof, magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of computer imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported computer worth $52.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 217 tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($31.5 million), followed by Ireland (8%) and the Czech Republic (6%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $243.57 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $236.75 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 computer to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $78.0 million in 2017 to $52.8 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2022 at $155.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export computer?
Yes. Lebanon exported $8.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, the United Arab Emirates and Syria. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $44.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer?
The HS code for computer is heading 8471. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 8471.30 (40% of the value) and 8471.50 (27%). It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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