High-density polyethylene imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high-density polyethylene by Lebanon reached $28.0 million in 2024 (21.9 thousand tonnes). That is 17% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $35.3 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 | $28.0M | 21.9K t |
| 2023 | $24.0M | 18.7K t |
| 2022 | $23.5M | 16.4K t |
| 2021 | $19.5M | 14.3K t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 19.0K t |
| 2019 | $35.3M | 31.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 7.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.3K t |
Where Lebanon imports high-density polyethylene from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $16.4M | 59% |
| United States | $5.1M | 18% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 7.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 5.1% |
| Egypt | $767K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $741K | 2.6% |
| France | $393K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $331K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $244K | 0.9% |
| China | $155K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, close to the world average of $1.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High-density polyethylene exports from Lebanon
In 2024, Lebanon exported high-density polyethylene worth $2.1 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Syria (24%), Spain (23%), Senegal (21%). Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+339% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $516K | 24% |
| Spain | $490K | 23% |
| Senegal | $453K | 21% |
| Togo | $299K | 14% |
| Greece | $234K | 11% |
| Gabon | $70K | 3.3% |
| Angola | $57K | 2.7% |
| Tanzania | $11K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon high-density polyethylene imports (HS 3901.20): 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 3901.20: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of high-density polyethylene imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported high-density polyethylene worth $28.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply high-density polyethylene to Lebanon?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Canada (7%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 669% on the year.
What is the average import price of high-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of high-density polyethylene to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $28.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2019 at $35.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.0 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export high-density polyethylene?
Yes. Lebanon exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Spain and Senegal. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $25.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-density polyethylene?
The HS code for high-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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