Gold semi-manufactured forms imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $534.6 million (7 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 162% 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 | $534.6M | 7 t |
| 2023 | $663.9M | 11 t |
| 2022 | $248.1M | 4 t |
| 2021 | $87.9M | 2 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 0 t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 0 t |
| 2018 | $98.1M | 4 t |
| 2017 | $639K | 3 t |
Where Lebanon imports gold semi-manufactured forms from
Switzerland alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $522.4M | 98% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9.9M | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $938K | 0.2% |
| United States | $784K | 0.2% |
| Cyprus | $297K | 0.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $208K | 0% |
| Germany | $15K | 0% |
| France | $6K | 0% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $76,369.00 per kg, 52% above the world average of $50,161.27. 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.
Gold semi-manufactured forms exports from Lebanon
Exports of gold semi-manufactured forms by Lebanon reached $1.2 million in 2024. Turkey alone took 82% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $952K | 83% |
| Cyprus | $153K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $38K | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $9K | 0.8% |
| Guatemala | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon gold semi-manufactured forms imports (HS 7108.13): 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 7108.13: Metals: gold, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of gold semi-manufactured forms imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $534.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 158 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold semi-manufactured forms to Lebanon?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($522.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (2%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of gold semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $76,369.00 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $50,161.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gold semi-manufactured forms to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $639 thousand in 2017 to $534.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $663.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $205.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export gold semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Cyprus and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $533.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7108.13. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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