Hand tools (other) imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $8.8 million of hand tools (other) in 2024 (419 tonnes). That is 55% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $8.8M | 419 t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 362 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 466 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 384 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 558 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 666 t |
Where Lebanon imports hand tools (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 80% |
| Germany | $495K | 5.6% |
| Taiwan | $396K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $221K | 2.5% |
| United States | $147K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $82K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $72K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $51K | 0.6% |
| France | $41K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $41K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.11 per kg, 117% above the world average of $9.72. 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.
Hand tools (other) exports from Lebanon
Exports of hand tools (other) by Lebanon reached $1.6 million in 2024 (4 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Republic of the Congo (32%), Liberia (16%), Gabon (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Cameroon grew fastest (+564% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of the Congo | $501K | 32% |
| Liberia | $252K | 16% |
| Gabon | $111K | 7% |
| Kenya | $109K | 6.9% |
| Guinea | $79K | 5% |
| Sierra Leone | $75K | 4.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $64K | 4% |
| Grenada | $64K | 4% |
| Nigeria | $52K | 3.3% |
| Cameroon | $42K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon hand tools (other) imports (HS 8205.59): 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 8205.59: Tools, hand: other hand tools (including glaziers diamonds), excluding household tools, drilling, threading or tapping tools, hammers and sledge hammers, planes, chisels, gouges and similar cutting tools for working wood, and screwdrivers.
Common questions
What is the value of hand tools (other) imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported hand tools (other) worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 419 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply hand tools (other) to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Germany (6%) and Taiwan (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of hand tools (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.11 per kg in 2024, 117% above the world average of $9.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hand tools (other) to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export hand tools (other)?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Republic of the Congo, Liberia and Gabon. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for hand tools (other)?
The HS code for hand tools (other) is subheading 8205.59. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
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