Greaseproof and parchment paper imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Lebanon imported greaseproof and parchment paper worth $2.9 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 43% on 2023. 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 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 836 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 933 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 793 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 766 t |
Where Lebanon imports greaseproof and parchment paper from
Most of the value came from Italy (48%), Germany (12%), Sweden (11%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.4M | 48% |
| Germany | $346K | 12% |
| Sweden | $327K | 11% |
| Norway | $274K | 9.4% |
| United States | $199K | 6.8% |
| France | $75K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $62K | 2.1% |
| Croatia | $47K | 1.6% |
| Finland | $44K | 1.5% |
| China | $41K | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 4806
| 4806.20 | Paper: greaseproof papers, in rolls or sheets | 49% |
| 4806.40 | Paper: glassine and other glazed transparent or translucent papers, in rolls or sheets | 48% |
| 4806.10 | Paper: vegetable parchment, in rolls or sheets | 1.8% |
| 4806.30 | Paper: tracing papers, in rolls or sheets | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4806.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, close to the world average of $1.92.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Greaseproof and parchment paper exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported greaseproof and parchment paper worth $234 thousand (97 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Egypt (26%), Iraq (17%), Morocco (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $60K | 26% |
| Iraq | $41K | 17% |
| Morocco | $27K | 12% |
| Syria | $26K | 11% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $19K | 8.2% |
| Republic of the Congo | $12K | 5.2% |
| Jordan | $11K | 4.7% |
| Angola | $10K | 4.1% |
| Australia | $9K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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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 4806: Vegetable parchment, greaseproof papers, tracing papers, glassine and other glazed transparent or translucent papers, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of greaseproof and parchment paper imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported greaseproof and parchment paper worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply greaseproof and parchment paper to Lebanon?
Italy was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Sweden (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average import price of greaseproof and parchment paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.92 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 greaseproof and parchment paper to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export greaseproof and parchment paper?
Yes. Lebanon exported $234 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Iraq and Morocco. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for greaseproof and parchment paper?
The HS code for greaseproof and parchment paper is heading 4806. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 4806.20 (49% of the value) and 4806.40 (48%). It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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