Flour preparations (other) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported flour preparations (other) worth $39.4 million (13.6 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $39.4M | 13.6K t |
| 2023 | $40.5M | 13.6K t |
| 2022 | $29.7M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $24.6M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $24.9M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $32.3M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $19.1M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $15.4M | 8.3K t |
Where Lebanon imports flour preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (19%), Egypt (18%), United Arab Emirates (14%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $7.7M | 20% |
| Egypt | $7.0M | 18% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.5M | 14% |
| Denmark | $4.0M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $1.7M | 4.2% |
| France | $1.5M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| Lithuania | $1.3M | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.90 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flour preparations (other) exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $1.2 million of flour preparations (other) in 2024 (557 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (21%), Benin (15%), Liberia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+473% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $250K | 21% |
| Benin | $179K | 15% |
| Liberia | $85K | 7.3% |
| United States | $64K | 5.5% |
| Qatar | $57K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 4.4% |
| Iraq | $46K | 4% |
| Sweden | $38K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $36K | 3.1% |
| Canada | $30K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon flour preparations (other) imports (HS 1901.90): 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 1901.90: Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, for uses n.e.c. in heading no. 1901.
Common questions
What is the value of flour preparations (other) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported flour preparations (other) worth $39.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply flour preparations (other) to Lebanon?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by Egypt (18%) and the United Arab Emirates (14%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 225% on the year.
What is the average import price of flour preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.90 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $2.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flour preparations (other) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.4 million in 2017 to $39.4 million in 2024, an increase of 155%. The peak was 2023 at $40.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.2 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export flour preparations (other)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Benin and Liberia. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $38.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for flour preparations (other)?
The HS code for flour preparations (other) is subheading 1901.90. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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