Food flavoring compound imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported food flavoring compound worth $20.8 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 35% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $44.1 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 | $20.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $15.4M | 981 t |
| 2022 | $14.5M | 785 t |
| 2021 | $13.9M | 613 t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 724 t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 563 t |
| 2018 | $44.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $39.9M | 1.0K t |
Where Lebanon imports food flavoring compound from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (41%), Germany (30%), Turkey (8%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $8.5M | 41% |
| Germany | $6.2M | 30% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 7.9% |
| Switzerland | $809K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $695K | 3.4% |
| United States | $620K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $595K | 2.9% |
| France | $553K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $390K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $117K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.86 per kg, close to the world average of $21.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Food flavoring compound exports from Lebanon
Exports of food flavoring compound by Lebanon reached $497 thousand in 2024 (68 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $324K | 65% |
| Brazil | $29K | 5.9% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 4.6% |
| Canada | $17K | 3.5% |
| Qatar | $17K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $14K | 2.9% |
| Mali | $14K | 2.9% |
| Gambia | $10K | 2% |
| Niger | $9K | 1.8% |
| Gabon | $7K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon food flavoring compound imports (HS 3302.10): 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 3302.10: Odoriferous substances and mixtures: of a kind used in the food or drink industries.
Common questions
What is the value of food flavoring compound imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported food flavoring compound worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply food flavoring compound to Lebanon?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Germany (30%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 750% on the year.
What is the average import price of food flavoring compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.86 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $21.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of food flavoring compound to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.9 million in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024, a fall of 48%. The peak was 2018 at $44.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.9 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export food flavoring compound?
Yes. Lebanon exported $497 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Brazil and the United Kingdom. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $20.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for food flavoring compound?
The HS code for food flavoring compound is subheading 3302.10. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3302 page.
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