Hosiery imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $5.1 million of hosiery in 2024 (254 tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $7.3 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 | $5.1M | 254 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 227 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 391 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 463 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 441 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 590 t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 500 t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 554 t |
Where Lebanon imports hosiery from
The largest suppliers were Syria (26%), China (24%), Turkey (18%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $1.3M | 26% |
| China | $1.2M | 24% |
| Turkey | $908K | 18% |
| Italy | $328K | 6.5% |
| Mauritius | $192K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $183K | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $116K | 2.3% |
| Pakistan | $94K | 1.8% |
| Serbia | $80K | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $53K | 1% |
Product types under HS 6115
| 6115.95 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of cotton, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or… | 40% |
| 6115.99 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6115.9, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression… | 27% |
| 6115.96 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights… | 11% |
| 6115.29 | Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of textile materials (other than synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted | 9.3% |
| 6115.21 | Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex… | 5.6% |
| 6115.10 | Graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins), knitted or crocheted | 2.9% |
| 6115.22 | Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn 67 decitex or more, knitted… | 1.8% |
| 6115.94 | Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose… | 1.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6115.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.06 per kg, 33% above the world average of $15.07. 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.
Hosiery exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $353 thousand of hosiery in 2024 (20 tonnes). Most of it went to Qatar (32%), United Arab Emirates (26%), Egypt (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+413% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $113K | 32% |
| United Arab Emirates | $92K | 26% |
| Egypt | $63K | 18% |
| Kuwait | $35K | 9.8% |
| Jordan | $17K | 4.8% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 3.2% |
| France | $8K | 2.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $4K | 1% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.7% |
| Armenia | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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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 6115: Hosiery; panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins) and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of hosiery imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported hosiery worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply hosiery to Lebanon?
Syria was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (24%) and Turkey (18%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of hosiery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.06 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $15.07 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 hosiery to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2019 at $7.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export hosiery?
Yes. Lebanon exported $353 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for hosiery?
The HS code for hosiery is heading 6115. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 6115.95 (40% of the value) and 6115.99 (27%). It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 page.
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