Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Lebanon imported $9.4 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 67% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $14.7 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 | $9.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 638 t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $14.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 3.1K t |
Where Lebanon imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+345% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $7.4M | 79% |
| China | $603K | 6.4% |
| Belgium | $530K | 5.6% |
| France | $358K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $251K | 2.7% |
| Kuwait | $88K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $63K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $48K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $32K | 0.3% |
| United States | $19K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.54 per kg, 43% below the world average of $11.39, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $1.2 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (98 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 94% |
| Jordan | $26K | 2.2% |
| Liberia | $19K | 1.6% |
| Kuwait | $13K | 1.1% |
| Nigeria | $5K | 0.4% |
| Sierra Leone | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
The shipment records behind Lebanon light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 143rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Lebanon?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by China (6%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 345% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.54 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $11.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2018 at $14.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Lebanon also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Lebanon exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and Liberia. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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