Dental instruments imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported dental instruments worth $5.4 million (238 tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $10.4 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 | $5.4M | 238 t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 201 t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 38 t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 54 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 81 t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 158 t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 135 t |
Where Lebanon imports dental instruments from
Most of the value came from China (16%), Germany (15%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 39%. Among the main suppliers, Andorra grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $842K | 16% |
| Germany | $805K | 15% |
| South Korea | $470K | 8.7% |
| Switzerland | $404K | 7.5% |
| United States | $395K | 7.3% |
| Poland | $348K | 6.4% |
| Italy | $345K | 6.4% |
| Andorra | $345K | 6.4% |
| Austria | $298K | 5.5% |
| Vietnam | $154K | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.74 per kg, 80% below the world average of $113.60, 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.
Dental instruments exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $643 thousand of dental instruments in 2024 (352 tonnes). Most of it went to Syria (38%), United Arab Emirates (17%), Bahrain (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+734% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $242K | 38% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 18% |
| Bahrain | $75K | 12% |
| Russia | $60K | 9.3% |
| Uruguay | $48K | 7.4% |
| Seychelles | $35K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 4.6% |
| Philippines | $17K | 2.7% |
| France | $8K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $5K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon dental instruments imports (HS 9018.49): 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 9018.49: Dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines.
Common questions
What is the value of dental instruments imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported dental instruments worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 238 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply dental instruments to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($842 thousand), followed by Germany (15%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Andorra grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of dental instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.74 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $113.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of dental instruments to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2018 at $10.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export dental instruments?
Yes. Lebanon exported $643 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for dental instruments?
The HS code for dental instruments is subheading 9018.49. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9018 page.
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