Eyeglasses imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of eyeglasses by Lebanon reached $6.2 million in 2024 (46 tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $31.7 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 | $6.2M | 46 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 47 t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 186 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 118 t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 125 t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 223 t |
| 2018 | $31.7M | 304 t |
| 2017 | $19.7M | 271 t |
Where Lebanon imports eyeglasses from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Italy (37%), Saudi Arabia (3%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 43% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 37% |
| Saudi Arabia | $196K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $147K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $99K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $95K | 1.5% |
| Mauritius | $91K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $85K | 1.4% |
| France | $82K | 1.3% |
| United States | $70K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 9004
| 9004.10 | Sunglasses: corrective, protective or other | 76% |
| 9004.90 | Spectacles, goggles and the like: (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other | 24% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $134.64 per kg, 108% above the world average of $64.59. 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.
Eyeglasses exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported eyeglasses worth $222 thousand (3 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $128K | 58% |
| Italy | $58K | 26% |
| France | $8K | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 2.3% |
| Armenia | $5K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $4K | 1.6% |
| Zambia | $3K | 1.3% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 1.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $2K | 0.9% |
| Jordan | $1K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 9004: Spectacles, goggles and the like; corrective, protective or other.
Common questions
What is the value of eyeglasses imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported eyeglasses worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46 tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply eyeglasses to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Italy (37%) and Saudi Arabia (3%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of eyeglasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $134.64 per kg in 2024, 108% above the world average of $64.59 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 eyeglasses to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.7 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, a fall of 69%. The peak was 2018 at $31.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export eyeglasses?
Yes. Lebanon exported $222 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Italy and France. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for eyeglasses?
The HS code for eyeglasses is heading 9004. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 9004.10 (76% of the value) and 9004.90 (24%). 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 9004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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