Disposable paper tableware imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of disposable paper tableware by Lebanon reached $2.1 million in 2024 (553 tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.2 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 | $2.1M | 553 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 649 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 402 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 555 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 843 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 2.0K t |
Where Lebanon imports disposable paper tableware from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), United Arab Emirates (21%), Jordan (9%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $882K | 42% |
| United Arab Emirates | $449K | 21% |
| Jordan | $193K | 9.1% |
| Italy | $142K | 6.7% |
| Egypt | $128K | 6% |
| Syria | $86K | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $78K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $74K | 3.5% |
| Iraq | $29K | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $25K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.83 per kg, 21% above the world average of $3.17. 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.
Disposable paper tableware exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported disposable paper tableware worth $714 thousand (201 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (22%), Egypt (16%), Senegal (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $156K | 22% |
| Egypt | $111K | 16% |
| Senegal | $44K | 6.2% |
| Australia | $36K | 5.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $35K | 4.9% |
| Republic of the Congo | $34K | 4.7% |
| Greece | $28K | 3.9% |
| Ghana | $27K | 3.8% |
| Tunisia | $25K | 3.5% |
| Gabon | $23K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon disposable paper tableware imports (HS 4823.69): 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 4823.69: Paper and paperboard: trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo.
Common questions
What is the value of disposable paper tableware imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported disposable paper tableware worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 553 tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply disposable paper tableware to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($882 thousand), followed by the United Arab Emirates (21%) and Jordan (9%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 440% on the year.
What is the average import price of disposable paper tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.83 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $3.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of disposable paper tableware to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, a fall of 60%. The peak was 2017 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export disposable paper tableware?
Yes. Lebanon exported $714 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Senegal. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for disposable paper tableware?
The HS code for disposable paper tableware is subheading 4823.69. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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