Corn seed imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $4.5 million of corn seed in 2024 (18.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 953% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
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 | $4.5M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $431K | 104 t |
| 2022 | $399K | 108 t |
| 2021 | $262K | 69 t |
| 2020 | $319K | 128 t |
| 2019 | $343K | 316 t |
| 2018 | $930K | 465 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 766 t |
Where Lebanon imports corn seed from
One supplier dominates: Romania accounted for 90% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $4.1M | 90% |
| Turkey | $205K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $141K | 3.1% |
| France | $99K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $9K | 0.2% |
| Serbia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Mexico | $0K | 0% |
| Greece | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.24 per kg, 81% below the world average of $1.28, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon corn seed imports (HS 1005.10): 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 1005.10: Cereals: maize (corn), seed.
Common questions
What is the value of corn seed imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported corn seed worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 953% on 2023.
Which countries supply corn seed to Lebanon?
Romania was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Turkey (5%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 146% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $1.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of corn seed to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 295%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn seed?
The HS code for corn seed is subheading 1005.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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