Light fixtures imports in Lebanon: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light fixtures by Lebanon reached $33.2 million in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $92.5 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 | $33.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $42.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $51.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $32.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $52.0M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $77.8M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $92.5M | 8.2K t |
Where Lebanon imports light fixtures from
China alone supplied 69% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.9M | 69% |
| Italy | $3.8M | 11% |
| Spain | $885K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $668K | 2% |
| France | $618K | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $606K | 1.8% |
| Greece | $538K | 1.6% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $333K | 1% |
| Denmark | $313K | 0.9% |
| United States | $310K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 9405
| 9405.40 | Lamps and light fittings: electric, n.e.c. in heading no. 9405 | 55% |
| 9405.10 | Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall light fittings: excluding those used for lighting public open spaces or thoroughfares | 22% |
| 9405.20 | Lamps, electric: floor-standing or for table, desk or bedside | 11% |
| 9405.99 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of materials other than glass or plastics | 3.7% |
| 9405.50 | Lamps and light fittings: non-electric | 3.6% |
| 9405.60 | Illuminated signs, name plates and the like | 1.5% |
| 9405.30 | Lighting sets: of a kind used for Christmas trees | 1.2% |
| 9405.92 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of plastics | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9405.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.31 per kg, 46% below the world average of $13.60, 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 fixtures exports from Lebanon
Lebanon exported $9.8 million of light fixtures in 2024 (442 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (16%), Italy (14%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+548% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 16% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 15% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 12% |
| Belgium | $960K | 9.8% |
| Republic of the Congo | $782K | 8% |
| Netherlands | $175K | 1.8% |
| Liberia | $173K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $171K | 1.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $161K | 1.7% |
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 9405: Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of light fixtures imported by Lebanon?
Lebanon imported light fixtures worth $33.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply light fixtures to Lebanon?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($22.9 million), followed by Italy (11%) and Spain (3%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 198% on the year.
What is the average import price of light fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.31 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $13.60 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 light fixtures to Lebanon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $92.5 million in 2017 to $33.2 million in 2024, a fall of 64%. The peak was 2017 at $92.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also export light fixtures?
Yes. Lebanon exported $9.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Italy and Germany. On balance Lebanon is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for light fixtures?
The HS code for light fixtures is heading 9405. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 9405.40 (55% of the value) and 9405.10 (22%). It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
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