Crude sunflower or safflower oil imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $97.1 million of crude sunflower or safflower oil in 2024 (115.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 82% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $97.1M | 115.1K t |
| 2023 | $53.4M | 61.2K t |
| 2022 | $41.6M | 24.9K t |
| 2021 | $94.6M | 70.0K t |
| 2020 | $77.7M | 87.9K t |
| 2019 | $61.2M | 77.7K t |
| 2018 | $41.1M | 57.0K t |
| 2017 | $55.6M | 76.8K t |
Where Lebanon imports crude sunflower or safflower oil from
Ukraine alone supplied 96% of it. Among the main suppliers, Ukraine grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $93.4M | 96% |
| Russia | $2.7M | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $351K | 0.4% |
| Egypt | $272K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $268K | 0.3% |
| Hungary | $92K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $59K | 0.1% |
| Romania | $9K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.84 per kg, close to the world average of $0.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crude sunflower or safflower oil exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported crude sunflower or safflower oil worth $5.2 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Syria accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $5.1M | 99% |
| Qatar | $33K | 0.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $12K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon crude sunflower or safflower oil imports (HS 1512.11): 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 1512.11: Vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of crude sunflower or safflower oil imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported crude sunflower or safflower oil worth $97.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 115.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 183 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 82% on 2023.
Which countries supply crude sunflower or safflower oil to Lebanon?
Ukraine was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($93.4 million), followed by Russia (3%) and Saudi Arabia (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of crude sunflower or safflower oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $0.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of crude sunflower or safflower oil to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.6 million in 2017 to $97.1 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $65.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export crude sunflower or safflower oil?
Yes. Lebanon exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Qatar and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $92.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for crude sunflower or safflower oil?
The HS code for crude sunflower or safflower oil is subheading 1512.11. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1512 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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