Diagnostic reagent imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported diagnostic reagent worth $42.8 million (307 tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $71.2 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 | $42.8M | 307 t |
| 2023 | $40.8M | 275 t |
| 2022 | $47.4M | 638 t |
| 2021 | $71.2M | 576 t |
| 2020 | $70.3M | 608 t |
| 2019 | $56.7M | 776 t |
| 2018 | $23.2M | 525 t |
| 2017 | $21.9M | 624 t |
Where Lebanon imports diagnostic reagent from
Most of the value came from Germany (32%), United States (18%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $13.8M | 32% |
| United States | $7.7M | 18% |
| China | $4.7M | 11% |
| Ireland | $3.6M | 8.4% |
| France | $2.7M | 6.3% |
| Japan | $2.2M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 5% |
| Spain | $542K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $520K | 1.2% |
| India | $447K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $139.40 per kg, 62% above the world average of $85.91. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Diagnostic reagent exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported diagnostic reagent worth $724 thousand (23 tonnes). Iran alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iran grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | $392K | 54% |
| Peru | $104K | 14% |
| Jordan | $73K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $57K | 7.9% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $36K | 5% |
| Republic of the Congo | $14K | 1.9% |
| Russia | $12K | 1.7% |
| Armenia | $9K | 1.2% |
| Bahrain | $5K | 0.7% |
| Ghana | $5K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3822: Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, other than those of heading 30.06; certified reference materials.
Common questions
What is the value of diagnostic reagent imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported diagnostic reagent worth $42.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 307 tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply diagnostic reagent to Lebanon?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by the United States (18%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of diagnostic reagent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $139.40 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $85.91 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 diagnostic reagent to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.9 million in 2017 to $42.8 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2021 at $71.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export diagnostic reagent?
Yes. Lebanon exported $724 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iran, Peru and Jordan. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $42.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for diagnostic reagent?
The HS code for diagnostic reagent is heading 3822. In Lebanon all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3822.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3822 page.
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