Disinfectant imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $4.2 million of disinfectant in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.8 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 | $4.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 938 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 868 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 1.4K t |
Where Lebanon imports disinfectant from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (25%), Germany (18%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+264% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 26% |
| Germany | $758K | 18% |
| France | $737K | 17% |
| Spain | $229K | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $215K | 5.1% |
| United States | $190K | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $162K | 3.8% |
| India | $150K | 3.5% |
| China | $147K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $141K | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.66 per kg, 22% above the world average of $3.01. 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.
Disinfectant exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $1.1 million of disinfectant in 2024 (312 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Turkey (38%), Algeria (21%), United Arab Emirates (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Republic of the Congo grew fastest (+624% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $432K | 38% |
| Algeria | $239K | 21% |
| United Arab Emirates | $79K | 6.9% |
| India | $75K | 6.6% |
| Bangladesh | $59K | 5.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $40K | 3.5% |
| United States | $33K | 2.9% |
| Libya | $31K | 2.8% |
| Tunisia | $25K | 2.2% |
| Qatar | $24K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon disinfectant imports (HS 3808.94): 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 3808.94: Disinfectants: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of disinfectant imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported disinfectant worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply disinfectant to Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Germany (18%) and France (17%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 264% on the year.
What is the average import price of disinfectant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.66 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of disinfectant to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2020 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export disinfectant?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Algeria and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for disinfectant?
The HS code for disinfectant is subheading 3808.94. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
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