Ginger and spices exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ginger and spices by Lebanon reached $18.1 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $10.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 1.2K t |
Where Lebanon exports ginger and spices to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (18%), United States (11%), United Arab Emirates (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Iraq grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 18% |
| United States | $2.1M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 10% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 7.9% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 6.6% |
| France | $484K | 2.7% |
| Iraq | $476K | 2.6% |
| Qatar | $473K | 2.6% |
| Georgia | $446K | 2.5% |
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.99 | Spices: n.e.c. in heading no. 0910 | 54% |
| 0910.91 | Spices: mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings | 45% |
| 0910.30 | Spices: turmeric (curcuma) | 0.5% |
| 0910.12 | Spices: ginger, crushed or ground | 0.3% |
| 0910.11 | Spices: ginger, neither crushed nor ground | 0.1% |
| 0910.20 | Spices: saffron | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.65 per kg, 153% above the world average of $2.23. 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.
Ginger and spices imports to Lebanon
Imports of ginger and spices by Lebanon reached $4.1 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from China (29%), Syria (21%), Turkey (17%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 29% |
| Syria | $858K | 21% |
| Turkey | $701K | 17% |
| India | $490K | 12% |
| France | $164K | 4% |
| Germany | $161K | 3.9% |
| Egypt | $87K | 2.1% |
| Bangladesh | $66K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $54K | 1.3% |
| Mexico | $51K | 1.2% |
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 0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices.
Common questions
What is the value of ginger and spices exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported ginger and spices worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy ginger and spices from Lebanon?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the United States (11%) and the United Arab Emirates (11%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 96 buyer countries in total. Iraq grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average export price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.65 per kg in 2024, 153% above the world average of $2.23 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 exports of ginger and spices from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024, an increase of 219%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also import ginger and spices?
Yes. Lebanon imported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Syria and Turkey. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 0910.99 (54% of the value) and 0910.91 (45%). It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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