Distribution board parts imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of distribution board parts by Lebanon reached $5.7 million in 2024 (841 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.7 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 | $5.7M | 841 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 435 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 814 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 431 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 316 t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 1.5K t |
Where Lebanon imports distribution board parts from
Most of the value came from Spain (24%), China (18%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+772% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.4M | 24% |
| China | $999K | 18% |
| Italy | $889K | 16% |
| France | $852K | 15% |
| Turkey | $433K | 7.7% |
| Portugal | $251K | 4.4% |
| Poland | $200K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $126K | 2.2% |
| Czech Republic | $93K | 1.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $73K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.74 per kg, 32% below the world average of $9.92, 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.
Distribution board parts exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $938 thousand of distribution board parts in 2024 (72 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Egypt (29%), France (14%), Cote d'Ivoire (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+388% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $274K | 29% |
| France | $129K | 14% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $74K | 7.9% |
| Mauritania | $66K | 7% |
| Angola | $46K | 4.9% |
| Burkina Faso | $43K | 4.6% |
| Republic of the Congo | $38K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32K | 3.4% |
| Tanzania | $29K | 3.1% |
| Iraq | $28K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon distribution board parts imports (HS 8538.10): 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 8538.10: Electrical apparatus: parts (e.g. boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, other bases), for goods of heading no. 8537, not equipped with their apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of distribution board parts imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported distribution board parts worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 841 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply distribution board parts to Lebanon?
Spain was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by China (18%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 772% on the year.
What is the average import price of distribution board parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $9.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of distribution board parts to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2018 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export distribution board parts?
Yes. Lebanon exported $938 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, France and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for distribution board parts?
The HS code for distribution board parts is subheading 8538.10. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8538 page.
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